The CEO Who Can't See Faces Has No Idea He’s Dating His Own Secretary

John Lee

Transcript

00:00:00Imagine a dedicated secretary.

00:00:03Gal He, who believes hard work is the key to a better life.

00:00:06She's the epitome of the perfect assistant.

00:00:09Anticipating her boss Min Ik's every need, and fulfilling them with a smile.

00:00:13From handing him lipstick when he purses his lips to acting as a human footstool while he changes shoes,

00:00:19Gal He goes above and beyond.

00:00:21She's practically a super secretary.

00:00:23But there's a catch.

00:00:24Min Ik has a strange one-year contract policy for his secretaries.

00:00:28As Gal He's contract nears its end, she's understandably anxious.

00:00:32Her colleagues tell her the renewal paperwork has been submitted.

00:00:35But the final decision rests solely with the unpredictable Min Ik, leaving Gal He's fate hanging in the balance.

00:00:41A glimmer of hope appears when Gal He discovers Min Ik's first secretary actually worked for him for three years.

00:00:47Clinging to this precedent, she sees Min Ik holding a document and assumes it's her contract.

00:00:53Her heart sinks when he tosses it in the trash.

00:00:55In a desperate plea, Gal He declares she wants to stay at the company, even if the sky falls.

00:01:01Min Ik retrieves the discarded paper, saying he'll reconsider.

00:01:04It turns out that it was just an imitation to a company sports day.

00:01:08Talk about a rollercoaster of emotions.

00:01:10To everyone's surprise, Min Ik actually attends the sports day.

00:01:13He even participates with Gal He, and together they win first place.

00:01:17But the victory is short-lived.

00:01:19Despite their shared success, Min Ik remains firm in letting Gal He go.

00:01:23Feeling wronged, Gal He confronts him, questioning why the previous secretary was allowed to work

00:01:28for three years, and even become a permanent employee.

00:01:31While she's being dismissed, Min Ik becomes suspicious, accusing Gal He of prying into his

00:01:36personal life.

00:01:38Humiliated and hurt, Gal He endures the taunts of other secretaries, who label her a mere errand

00:01:43girl.

00:01:44That night, Min Ik discovers Gal He's meticulously detailed notebook, containing his entire schedule.

00:01:50Her dedication touches him.

00:01:51Meanwhile, Gal He, unaware of his change of heart, sneaks back into the office to clear

00:01:56out her belongings.

00:01:58Drowning her sorrows with colleagues, a drunken Gal He vents her frustrations, even dramatically

00:02:03brandishing a baseball bat, and vowing to take down Min Ik.

00:02:08While Min Ik waits for friends on his yacht, a masked assailant suddenly attacks him.

00:02:13The attacker is relentless, even pulling a knife.

00:02:15Outmatched, Min Ik is forced to flee.

00:02:18Just when things look dire, he sees Gal He.

00:02:21As it happens, after their drinking session, Gal He and her colleagues ended up at the marina.

00:02:26Everyone else sobered up and made excuses to leave, but Gal He, still fueled by liquid

00:02:31courage, remained determined to confront Min Ik.

00:02:34As she fantasizes about how she'll give him a piece of her mind, she hears him call out,

00:02:39Secretary Young.

00:02:40Seeing Min Ik struggling with the attacker on deck, Gal He rushes to his aid, knocking

00:02:45the assailant unconscious with a ham hock bone.

00:02:47Yes.

00:02:48A ham hock bone.

00:02:50Curious about who wanted him.

00:02:51Taken out.

00:02:52Min Ik removes the attacker's mask, finding the face vaguely familiar.

00:02:57Suddenly, the attacker regains consciousness, attacks Min Ik again, and pushes him overboard.

00:03:02Miraculously, Min Ik survives, but develops a peculiar condition.

00:03:06Face blindness.

00:03:07He can no longer recognize faces, they constantly morph and change before his eyes.

00:03:12Panicked, he sees the faces of news anchors on TV, and patients in the hospital, all distorted

00:03:17and shifting.

00:03:18Then, Gal He, dressed in red, appears before him.

00:03:21Although her face also transforms in his vision, he somehow recognizes her.

00:03:26Panicked, Min Ik clings to Gal He, begging for help.

00:03:29Hearing a doctor approaching, he pulls her into a nearby medical supply room.

00:03:33Facing Gal He, he realizes her face isn't changing.

00:03:37Thinking he's miraculously recovered, Min Ik quickly leaves the hospital.

00:03:40Despite being fired, Gal He, ever the diligent secretary, still carries Min Seek's personal

00:03:46care bag.

00:03:47She hands him a fresh shirt and other essentials, then accompanies him to a TV studio for filming.

00:03:52Min Ik can't recognize his own company's staff, or the director.

00:03:56Relying on Gal He to guide him through the interactions.

00:03:59Gal He intends to leave after the shoot, but Min Ik stops her, saying,

00:04:03From now on, no matter what happens, you must stay by my side.

00:04:07At the next event, Min Ik is asked to pose for photos with a group of children.

00:04:11However, he can't distinguish one face from another.

00:04:14He used to have a photographic memory, instantly recalling names and faces.

00:04:18Now, everyone's features constantly shift and distort in his vision.

00:04:21He can only rely on Gal He to position him correctly.

00:04:25After the event, rushing into an elevator, a sweaty Min Ik has Gal He dab his forehead

00:04:30with a handkerchief.

00:04:32Looking at her, he realizes again that only her face remains constant.

00:04:36Later, at the police station to report the assault, Min Ik struggles to focus, fixating

00:04:41on a cartoon poster on the wall.

00:04:43Its image changing with every blink.

00:04:45Min Ik, even though he saw his attacker's face clearly during the assault, he now realizes

00:04:49he wouldn't recognize him, even if he stood right in front of him.

00:04:53Min Ik undergoes a thorough medical examination, but the results show he's physically fine.

00:04:58The doctor suggests the fall from the yacht might have affected the area of his brain responsible

00:05:03for facial recognition, causing prosopognosia, or face blindness.

00:05:07This condition, he's told, could be permanent.

00:05:10Despair washes over Min Ik.

00:05:11Min Ik, leaving the hospital, he attends his mother's art exhibition as scheduled.

00:05:15He accidentally bumps into a young boy, and, as he helps him up, the boy's face blurs before

00:05:20his eyes.

00:05:21The same thing happens with a portrait of a woman on the wall.

00:05:24Her features dissolve into an indistinct haze.

00:05:27Trying to maintain composure, he approaches what he believes is his mother with flowers,

00:05:31but walks right past her.

00:05:33Mistaking another woman for his mother, he embraces her, only to be slapped and accused of

00:05:38being a pervert.

00:05:39Overwhelmed, Min Ik looks around.

00:05:41Seeing a sea of blurred, shifting faces, he flees the exhibition in terror, rushing back

00:05:46to the hospital, where he breaks down in front of the doctor, lamenting his condition, and

00:05:51offering anything to be cured.

00:05:53In his anguish, he notices Gal He.

00:05:55Amidst the blurry chaos, her face remains clear, a beacon of stability.

00:06:00Realizing Gal He is the only person he can reliably recognize, Min Ik asks her to return

00:06:05to work.

00:06:06Entering an elevator, he encounters his attacker.

00:06:08The attacker, startled, quickly exits.

00:06:11Unable to recognize him, Min Ik mistakes him for a company employee, and politely calls

00:06:16out to him.

00:06:17They pass each other, unknowingly.

00:06:19Min Ik finds Gal He, and formally offers her the job.

00:06:22But she's hesitant to return to being his errand running secretary.

00:06:26That evening, Min Ik seeks Gal He out again.

00:06:29This time, humbled.

00:06:30He confesses his condition, his voice filled with vulnerability.

00:06:33Gal He, you're the person I need most right now.

00:06:37The stage is set for a completely different dynamic between them.

00:06:40The next morning, arriving at work, Min Ik is met with the disheartening sight of Gal

00:06:44He's empty desk.

00:06:46A wave of disappointment washes over him.

00:06:48But as he steps into his office, a surprise awaits.

00:06:51Gal He greets him.

00:06:52You're here, director.

00:06:54Do.

00:06:54Extending her hand for a handshake.

00:06:57Min Ik beams, grasping her hand.

00:06:59A silent agreement passing between them.

00:07:01Gal He then introduces the new driver.

00:07:04It's the same man in black who attacked him.

00:07:06But neither Min Ik nor Gal He recognizes him.

00:07:09Min Ik is simply overjoyed to have Gal He back.

00:07:12With her by his side, he can relax and be himself.

00:07:15However, Gal He is determined to change their dynamic.

00:07:18She refuses to kneel to help him with his shoes, or act as a human footstool.

00:07:22She insists on regular working hours and weekends off.

00:07:25Extra tasks like feeding his fish on her days off.

00:07:28Absolutely not.

00:07:29Finally able to hold her head high, Gal He lays down the law.

00:07:33Min Ik, inwardly fuming, grits his teeth and agrees to her terms.

00:07:37He then corners her against a bookshelf, outlining his three conditions.

00:07:41She must never reveal his condition to anyone while she works for him.

00:07:45And their contract ends the moment he recovers.

00:07:48Gal He isn't entirely happy with this arrangement.

00:07:50A flicker of reluctance crosses her face.

00:07:53She walks down the street, a pensive expression clouding her features.

00:07:56But her melancholy is short-lived.

00:07:58Spotting a bus, her face lights up with excitement.

00:08:01It's been ages since she's left work this early.

00:08:04Usually, she's still busy after the last bus has departed.

00:08:07Not to mention attending those endless secretary gatherings.

00:08:10Today, she can finally join her friends.

00:08:13As they're catching up, Gal He notices a group of familiar police officers heading toward the company.

00:08:18Alarmed, she immediately returns.

00:08:20The police, reviewing security footage, have discovered that the man in black who attacked Min Ik was seen with his best friend, Dae Joo.

00:08:28Both Min Ik and Dae Joo are brought to the station for questioning.

00:08:32The police suspect foul play involving someone close to Min I, and Dae Joo becomes the prime suspect.

00:08:37Dae Joo explains that on the night of the attack, he received an urgent call from Secretary Lee and had to leave immediately.

00:08:44He intended to inform Min Ik, but his phone battery died.

00:08:48At that moment, the man in black walked by and asked to borrow his phone.

00:08:52Dae Joo insists he had no idea the man would attack Min Ik, otherwise, he would have stopped him.

00:08:57The police remain skeptical.

00:08:59But Min Ik, unwilling to suspect his friend, asks them to drop the investigation.

00:09:04Leaving the police station, Gal He suggests hiring a bodyguard for Min Ik's protection.

00:09:08But what truly occupies Min Ik's mind is the fact that Gal He, the champion of clocking out on time,

00:09:14stayed with him at the police station until late at night, clearly worried about him.

00:09:18With a touch of awkwardness in his voice, Min Ik expresses his gratitude.

00:09:22Gal He smiles, pulling out a travel pillow she'd brought along and offering it to him so he can rest.

00:09:28Back at home, Min Ik's mother questions him about the incident at the art gallery, where he hugged the wrong woman.

00:09:34He makes an excuse about having too much to drink.

00:09:36Fortunately, his mother drops the subject and hands him a photo, instructing him to meet with someone.

00:09:42The photo is of a beautiful businesswoman named Veronica, but to Min Ik, her appearance is a mystery.

00:09:48He's not his mother's biological son, and eager to please her, he never disobeys.

00:09:53The next day, he tosses the photo to Gal He, instructing her to arrange the meeting.

00:09:58Gal He's reaction is priceless.

00:10:00She practically jumps for joy.

00:10:02It turns out she used to be Veronica's assistant.

00:10:04Veronica, she recalls, was a free spirit who worked on her terms, even openly affectionate with men in the office.

00:10:11When calls came in, Veronica would simply tell Gal He to handle them, forcing her to impersonate her boss on the phone.

00:10:17Fed up with this and other unconventional practices, Gal He eventually quit.

00:10:21Now, faced with Min Ik's directive, Gal He books a hotel meeting room for him and Veronica.

00:10:26During her break, she runs into Secretary Lee at a tea room, and learns that on the day of the attack, Secretary Lee was back in her hometown, and had no contact with Dae Joo at all.

00:10:37Gal He, puzzled but preoccupied, returns to work.

00:10:40The next day, Min Ik has a follow-up appointment with his doctor.

00:10:44He's curious why he can only see Gal He's face clearly.

00:10:47The doctor theorizes it might be, because Gal He always wears the same outfit, creating a strong visual association in his mind.

00:10:54Come to think of it, Gal He has always worn that red coat since he met her.

00:10:58Min Ik rushes back to the office, and demands she change her clothes.

00:11:02Gal He is utterly bewildered.

00:11:04Being a secretary is truly a demanding job.

00:11:06After she changes, Min Ik eagerly looks at her, only to see her face blur.

00:11:11Without her usual attire, he can no longer recognize her.

00:11:15Despair sets in again.

00:11:16Is he destined to be dependent on Gal He forever?

00:11:19Despite his gloom, work must go on.

00:11:21The day of the meeting with Veronica arrives.

00:11:24After helping Min Ik get ready, Gal He leaves for the day.

00:11:27Her colleagues invite her to a bar, and on a whim, they give her a glamorous makeover.

00:11:32Suddenly, she receives a call from Veronica, asking why Dae Joo is the one meeting her.

00:11:37Both are confused.

00:11:39After some checking, they realize Veronica went to the wrong hotel.

00:11:42To Gal He's dismay, Veronica decides not to bother going to the correct hotel, to meet Min Ik.

00:11:48Worried about what Min Ik will do, Gal He rushes off to find him.

00:11:52Unbelievably, Min Ik, unable to recognize Gal He's transformed appearance, mistakes her for Veronica.

00:11:58Based solely on her elegant attire, he politely shakes her hand, and pulls out a chair for her.

00:12:03For the first time, Gal He experiences respect from her boss.

00:12:06At this moment, a mischievous idea sparks in her mind.

00:12:10She wants to see how Min Ik treats other women.

00:12:13And she wants to experience the kind of fine dining she could never afford.

00:12:17So, she plays along, mimicking Veronica's voice.

00:12:20It's a pleasure to meet you.

00:12:21I'm Veronica.

00:12:23He wouldn't know the difference anyway.

00:12:24The food at the upscale restaurant is exquisite.

00:12:27A sensory experience that thrills Gal He.

00:12:30Min Ik even personally pours her a glass of expensive wine.

00:12:33What could possibly go wrong?

00:12:34Feeling a little too playful, Gal He deliberately drops her fork.

00:12:38She purrs.

00:12:39Could you pick that up for me?

00:12:40But Min Ik isn't fooled.

00:12:42He simply signals for a waiter to bring a new one.

00:12:45Undeterred, Gal He.

00:12:46Accidentally.

00:12:47Spills something on her hand, asking him to wipe it for her.

00:12:50Min Ik realizes she's teasing him.

00:12:53But he indulges her, graciously leaning down and cleaning her hand.

00:12:57This unexpected act of service throws Gal He off balance.

00:13:00She takes a bite of her steak and suddenly realizes it contains peanuts.

00:13:04To which Min Ik is severely allergic.

00:13:07Instinctively.

00:13:08She rushes to his side.

00:13:09Catching the partially chewed steak in her hand as he spits it out.

00:13:13Then offering him water and wiping his mouth with practiced ease.

00:13:16Min Ik is stunned.

00:13:17Isn't she supposed to be a sophisticated heiress?

00:13:20Why is she performing such a menial task?

00:13:22Gal He too is jolted back to reality.

00:13:25Realizing she reacted purely out of habit.

00:13:27Caring for Min Ik is deeply ingrained in her.

00:13:30But she's supposed to be playing the role of a pampered socialite.

00:13:33How could she, with her delicate hands, catch someone else's discarded food?

00:13:38Mortified, she vows to maintain her.

00:13:40Veronica.

00:13:41Facade.

00:13:42After dinner, she tries to make a quick exit.

00:13:45But Min Ik politely inquires about where her car is parked.

00:13:48And if she has a driver.

00:13:50Thinking fast.

00:13:51Gal He lies.

00:13:52Saying her driver's on leave.

00:13:54And she prefers to walk home to aid digestion after such a large meal.

00:13:58Min Ik, feeling the need for some exercise himself, insists on accompanying her.

00:14:02As they stroll, it starts to rain.

00:14:05Out of habit, Gal He opens her umbrella.

00:14:08Tilting it towards Min Ik.

00:14:09At the same time, Min Ik removes his coat.

00:14:12Placing it over her shoulders.

00:14:13And pushing the umbrella back towards her.

00:14:16Gal He is struck by the reversal of roles.

00:14:18It was always her getting rained on before.

00:14:20While Min Ik remained comfortably dry.

00:14:22Min Ik complains of an upset stomach.

00:14:25And Gal He instinctively massages his pressure point.

00:14:28The atmosphere between them grows increasingly intimate.

00:14:30Gal He abruptly calls for a ride.

00:14:33And leaves.

00:14:34Unbeknownst to her.

00:14:35Min Ik finds this.

00:14:36Veronica.

00:14:37Utterly charming.

00:14:38A fascinating mix of haughty heiress.

00:14:40And caring companion.

00:14:42He only wishes he could see what she actually looks like.

00:14:44That night, Min Ik returns to the office.

00:14:47Lurking in the shadows.

00:14:48The masked man hired as his driver continues to monitor his every move.

00:14:52As Min Ik leaves.

00:14:53The masked man sneaks into his office.

00:14:56Retrieving a USB drive from a drawer.

00:14:57Min Ik suddenly returns.

00:15:00And the masked man pulls a knife.

00:15:01The familiar movements instantly remind Min Ik of his previous attacker.

00:15:05This time, he's prepared and manages to knock the masked man to the ground.

00:15:10Coincidentally, Gal He also returns to the office for something she forgot.

00:15:14Witnessing the struggle, she intervenes.

00:15:16Telling Min Ik that the man is his driver.

00:15:18The masked man, realizing Min Ik doesn't recognize him.

00:15:22Quickly fabricates a story about fixing a broken lightbulb in Min Ik's office.

00:15:25He claims he didn't recognize Min Ik in the dark.

00:15:28And attacked him out of surprise.

00:15:30During the ensuing chaos, Min Ik gets injured and is taken to the hospital.

00:15:34After calming down, Min Ik apologizes to the masked man.

00:15:38Admitting he mistook him for someone else.

00:15:40Gal He, having ensured Min Ik is settled, leaves the hospital.

00:15:44Unaware of the danger still lurking around them.

00:15:47Alone in the hospital, loneliness creeps in on Min Ik.

00:15:50He remembers the intriguing.

00:15:51Veronica.

00:15:52And, the next morning, asks Gal He for her number.

00:15:56Gal He inwardly groans.

00:15:57This is getting out of control.

00:15:59Pressed by his insistence, Gal He takes a gamble, giving him her alternate phone number.

00:16:04She figures Min Ik rarely initiates contact with women, so it's a safe bet.

00:16:08Famous last words.

00:16:09Almost immediately, the phone rings, and she accidentally answers.

00:16:13Forced to commit to her charade, she puts on her.

00:16:16Veronica.

00:16:17Voice.

00:16:18Hello, Veronica speaking.

00:16:19Who is this?

00:16:21Min I uses the pretext of returning her umbrella to set up a meeting.

00:16:25Despite Gal He's protests, he's persistent.

00:16:28Resigned, Gal He takes half a day off, transforms herself into Veronica, and goes to meet him.

00:16:33Upon meeting, she realizes he doesn't even have the umbrella.

00:16:36He simply wanted to see her.

00:16:38Just thinking about you makes me uncomfortable.

00:16:40He confesses.

00:16:41Like I have indigestion.

00:16:43Gal He realizes she's created a monster.

00:16:45She turns and flees.

00:16:46A car suddenly speeds towards her.

00:16:49Without hesitation, Min Ik pulls her to safety.

00:16:52Desperate to extinguish his interest, Gal He blurts out that she's a notorious heartbreaker.

00:16:57Changing boyfriends like she changes clothes.

00:16:59But Min Ik isn't swayed by rumors.

00:17:01He trusts his feelings.

00:17:03Gal He resorts to harsher words.

00:17:05I'd give any man a chance.

00:17:07Except you.

00:17:08She walks away.

00:17:09Convinced she's finally shut him down.

00:17:10But less than 10 meters later, she overhears Min Ik on the phone, dealing with a company crisis.

00:17:16She checks her phone and discovers that the company security guard has posted a damaging rumor online,

00:17:22accusing Min Ik of assaulting his driver, complete with video evidence.

00:17:26If this reaches the board of directors, it could be disastrous.

00:17:29But she's currently...

00:17:30Veronica.

00:17:31What to do?

00:17:32After a moment of internal debate, Gal He decides to help.

00:17:35If they can find the security guard, explain the situation, and have him delete the video

00:17:40before it spreads further, they might be able to contain the damage.

00:17:44They go to the security guard's house and wait.

00:17:46Gal He asks Min Ik why he didn't call his secretary to handle this.

00:17:50Min Ik, showing a rare moment of self-awareness, admits he knows he's a demanding boss and wants

00:17:55to give Gal He a break.

00:17:57Gal He is touched by his consideration.

00:17:59As the night grows colder, Min Ik wordlessly takes off his coat and pulls Gal He closer.

00:18:04Tucking her into his side for warmth.

00:18:07When she tries to shift away, he pulls her closer, placing her hand under his arm to warm it.

00:18:12Gal He's heart pounds.

00:18:13She quickly pulls her hand away and stands up.

00:18:16Just as she's flustered and unsure what to do, the security guard approaches his house.

00:18:20Fearing recognition, Gal He slips away, leaving Min Ik to handle the situation.

00:18:25Min Ik successfully negotiates with the guard, who, seeing Min Ik's persistence, agrees to

00:18:31delete the video.

00:18:32Crisis averted.

00:18:33The next morning, Gal He dozes off on the bus, dreaming of Min Ik's armpit warming technique.

00:18:40Instinctively, she reaches out and puts her hand under the arm of the man, sitting in front

00:18:44of her.

00:18:45Oops.

00:18:46It's the day of the board meeting.

00:18:47At the company, Gal He and Min Ik stand at the entrance, greeting the board members.

00:18:53Min Ik, resourceful as ever, has memorized the height and hairstyle of each member, allowing

00:18:58him to identify them despite his face blindness.

00:19:01But despite their efforts, the video has still managed to spread, severely damaging Min Ik's

00:19:05reputation.

00:19:07The battle is far from over.

00:19:08Min Ik's uncle, who has long coveted the company, seizes this opportunity to propose a vote to

00:19:13remove Min Ik as chairman.

00:19:15Min Ik surveys the board members.

00:19:17He's at a disadvantage.

00:19:18Unable to read their expressions, discern friend from foe, or gauge how much support he truly

00:19:23has.

00:19:24As the vote begins, Min Ik mentally tallies who might be on his side.

00:19:28Out of 11 members, 5 raise their hands in favor of his removal.

00:19:33Min Ik breathes a sigh of relief.

00:19:35He's still in the game.

00:19:35Then, his best friend, Dae Joo, votes against him.

00:19:40The betrayal stings.

00:19:41Three years earlier, Min Ik had taken his former secretary for a medical checkup.

00:19:46The secretary, not realizing the implications, overheard Min Ik's conversation with the doctor,

00:19:51and even handled the payment for his prescription.

00:19:54She then disclosed Min Ik's neurological issue to his uncle.

00:19:57Armed with this information, his uncle exposes Min Ik's condition during a previous board election.

00:20:02Despite Min Ik's insistence that he had recovered, no one believed him, ultimately disqualifying

00:20:07him from the chairmanship.

00:20:09Now, history is repeating itself, compounded by his best friend's betrayal.

00:20:13Everyone watches, eager to see his downfall.

00:20:16Only Gal He, learning of the situation, rushes to his house at midnight to offer comfort and

00:20:22urge him not to resign.

00:20:23She sees the effort he's been putting in, humbling himself to ask for her help, diligently

00:20:28memorizing people's features, and proactively greeting the board members.

00:20:32In her eyes, he's admirable.

00:20:34Min Ik Ik, moved by her words of encouragement, tears up.

00:20:38The next day, his fighting spirit reignited, and he announced to the shareholders his refusal

00:20:43to resign.

00:20:44He's ready to face a shareholders meeting, and let them decide his fate.

00:20:48As a precaution against his uncle's potential surveillance, he takes Gal He to a presidential

00:20:52suite, transforming it into a temporary office.

00:20:55Amidst the turmoil, Min Ik thinks of Veronica.

00:20:58What would she do in this situation?

00:21:00Although she's Veronica, Gal He feels a pang of jealousy.

00:21:03She's the one constantly by his side, yet he longs for a woman he's never truly met.

00:21:08Min Ik then goes to bed.

00:21:10Gal He, squatting beside his bed, can't help but advise him.

00:21:14Stop liking Veronica.

00:21:16It's a love you can never have, but Min Ik is only pretending to sleep.

00:21:20He hears everything.

00:21:21He makes no secret of his fascination with Veronica.

00:21:23Veronica, she's charming and playful, and he desperately wants to know what she looks

00:21:27like.

00:21:28At his request, Gal He looks at herself in the mirror, describing her features in a self-deprecating

00:21:33way.

00:21:34My eyes are ordinary.

00:21:36My nose is ordinary.

00:21:37With each word, her insecurity grows.

00:21:40How could she possibly compare to the real Veronica?

00:21:42When she emerges from the bathroom, Min Ik is fast asleep.

00:21:46In his slumber, he mistakes Gal He for Veronica, gently caressing her face, and murmuring compliments

00:21:52about her beauty.

00:21:53He wakes up, realizing it's Gal He.

00:21:55They both quickly pull away, the air thick with unspoken tension.

00:21:59Min Ik is bewildered by his mistake.

00:22:02Why did he see Veronica when it was clearly Gal He?

00:22:04He leaves the suite, offering it to Gal He so she can rest.

00:22:08For the first time, Gal He enjoys the luxury of a presidential hotel suite.

00:22:12Gazing at the city lights, her mood lifts.

00:22:15The night before the shareholders' meeting, Min Ik sends Gal He home to rest.

00:22:18Rest, remaining in the presidential suite himself, he reminds her to text him when she arrives

00:22:22safely.

00:22:23Ironic, considering what happens next.

00:22:26He ends up tossing and turning, unable to sleep due to nerves.

00:22:30In the middle of the night, he sees a hallucination of Gal He, and impulsively calls her.

00:22:35Waking her up, he rambles, asking why she hasn't texted him to confirm she's home.

00:22:40Gal He, half asleep, just wants to get back to her slumber.

00:22:44This only fuels Min Ik's frustration.

00:22:46He's stressed and sleepless, while she's blissfully unaware.

00:22:50After a few more grumpy exchanges, Min Ik has successfully annoyed Gal He awake.

00:22:55She sits up in bed, ready to argue with her ridiculously demanding boss.

00:22:59Ironically, hearing her lively voice has the opposite effect on Min Ik.

00:23:03His tension melts away, and he falls asleep mid-sentence.

00:23:07The day of the shareholders' meeting arrives.

00:23:09An unexpected guest appears, the real Veronica.

00:23:12Gal He wants to scream.

00:23:13She begs Veronica to leave.

00:23:16If Min Ik discovers her charade, she's doomed.

00:23:18But Veronica is also a shareholder, and her vote is potentially crucial to Min Ik's fate.

00:23:23For her boss's sake, Gal He can't ask her to leave.

00:23:26She can only pray they don't cross paths.

00:23:29Soon, Min Ik takes the stage.

00:23:31He glances at his notes, spotting a small, encouraging message.

00:23:34Gal He had slipped in.

00:23:36He smiles, looking out at the audience, his gaze landing on Gal He.

00:23:40Suddenly, his vision clears.

00:23:42His face blindness vanishes.

00:23:44He sees everyone clearly, including Gal He and the woman standing next to her.

00:23:48But the clarity is fleeting, lasting only a few seconds before everyone's faces blur again.

00:23:53Panic grips him.

00:23:55Seeing his hesitation, Gal He gives him a thumbs up from the audience, mouthing,

00:23:59You got this.

00:24:00Her gesture calms his racing heart.

00:24:03He begins his counter-offensive.

00:24:04He confesses to assaulting the driver, but then pivots, exposing other shareholders' misdeeds,

00:24:10harassment of employees, disrespect towards security personnel.

00:24:14It's a strategy Gal He suggested.

00:24:16If everyone's a crow, he might as well be the blackest.

00:24:19Compared to the other scandals, his offense seems minor.

00:24:23After his bold move, he doesn't wait for the voting results.

00:24:26He whisks Gal He away to the seaside for a celebratory meal.

00:24:30He was able to see faces, even briefly.

00:24:32That's enough to celebrate.

00:24:34As they dine, Dae Joo calls with good news.

00:24:37Overjoyed, Min Ik hugs Gal He impulsively.

00:24:40Startled and slightly embarrassed, Gal He tries to pull away, but Min Ik holds her gently.

00:24:45He sees all her hard work and her unwavering support.

00:24:49He's deeply touched.

00:24:50He hands her an envelope.

00:24:52Inside is a long-term employment contract.

00:24:54Her dedication has paid off.

00:24:56Min Ik confesses that three years ago, he was betrayed by his secretary,

00:25:00making it difficult for him to trust anyone.

00:25:03Hence the one-year contract policy.

00:25:05But Gal He, he says, has restored his faith in people.

00:25:09Gal He is overwhelmed with guilt.

00:25:11The Veronica charade is suffocating her.

00:25:13She tentatively asks Min Ik how he'd feel if she were also keeping a secret from him.

00:25:18He replies that he'd never trust anyone again.

00:25:20Ouch.

00:25:21Just then, Min Ik receives a call from his mother, informing him that Veronica wants to meet.

00:25:26He's ecstatic, and wants to go immediately.

00:25:29Gal He panics, trying to stall him.

00:25:31I want to go.

00:25:33I want to meet her.

00:25:34She blurts out, in a desperate attempt to buy herself some time.

00:25:38Tears welling up in her eyes.

00:25:39She watches him leave.

00:25:41Min Ik finds her behavior strange, but heads to the meeting anyway.

00:25:44Gal He decides to stay by the coast overnight.

00:25:47She can't face Min Ik's disappointment when he discovers the truth.

00:25:51Sitting alone on the beach, she feels a sense of connection to her deceased mother,

00:25:54confiding her true feelings.

00:25:56She admits she enjoyed being Veronica, experiencing Min Ik's protectiveness and chivalry.

00:26:02These were gestures she never received as his secretary.

00:26:05After some soul-searching, she finds a place to stay for the night.

00:26:08The next morning, she wakes up to find no missed calls.

00:26:11Confused and worried, she rushes to the office.

00:26:14She nervously appears before Min Ik, bracing herself for a scolding.

00:26:18Min Ik explains that Veronica left the restaurant before he arrived, promising to call him later.

00:26:23He did receive a call, but it was from his doctor, requesting a follow-up.

00:26:28He stops abruptly, leaving Gal He dangling in suspense, wondering if he ever actually met Veronica.

00:26:34Gal He spends the day in agonizing uncertainty.

00:26:37Unable to bear the weight of her secret any longer, she rejects Min Ik's long-term contract offer.

00:26:42Min Ik is baffled.

00:26:44Surely no one is offering her a better salary?

00:26:46His question confirms her suspicion.

00:26:49He hasn't met Veronica yet.

00:26:50Unable to explain her reasons for leaving, Gal He remains vague.

00:26:54Min Ik, disappointed.

00:26:55Assumes she's simply tired of working for him.

00:26:58Frustrated but needing answers about his condition, Min Ik goes to see his doctor.

00:27:02Reporting that he briefly regained his facial recognition.

00:27:05The doctor concludes that the stress of the shareholders' meeting likely caused a spike in his blood pressure,

00:27:11increasing blood flow to the affected area of his brain.

00:27:13Alternatively, he suggests, encountering someone he's deeply attracted to might also trigger a temporary recovery.

00:27:20A glimmer of hope appears.

00:27:22If high blood pressure is the key, Min Ik is determined to achieve it.

00:27:26He embarks on a strenuous exercise regimen, exhausting himself, but only managing a blood pressure reading of 100.

00:27:32He needs to reach 140.

00:27:34Perhaps alcohol is the answer.

00:27:36He goes to a bar and by chance, encounters Gal He.

00:27:39They sit with their backs to each other.

00:27:41Gal He offers him a bottle of soju.

00:27:44And, noticing a blood pressure monitor on the table, mistakenly assumes.

00:27:48Min Ik has hypertension.

00:27:50Min Ik turns to explain.

00:27:52He sees Gal He's face.

00:27:53Clearly.

00:27:54The moment of truth has arrived.

00:27:56He'd promised that their contract would end the moment his face blindness was cured.

00:28:00The thought gives Min Ik pause.

00:28:02Part of him doesn't want to recover.

00:28:03A server brings their food, teasing them about sitting separately when they're clearly a couple.

00:28:08Min Ik quickly denies any relationship, still smarting from Gal He's contract rejection.

00:28:13Despite drinking a considerable amount, his blood pressure remains stubbornly normal.

00:28:18He stands up, a little unsteady.

00:28:20And Gal He instinctively helps him.

00:28:22She reluctantly agrees to take him home.

00:28:24On the bumpy ride, Min Ik grabs hold of Gal He, his heart pounding.

00:28:28As she drops him off, he tries to keep her there.

00:28:31Do you really have to go?

00:28:32Can't you stay?

00:28:33He pleads, using work as an excuse.

00:28:35Before Gal He can respond, her other phone rings, the one with Veronica's number.

00:28:41Shielding the screen, she rushes aside to answer.

00:28:43Veronica wants to meet.

00:28:45Uh, oh.

00:28:46Veronica is there to hold Gal He accountable.

00:28:49The charade has backfired, leading people to believe she and Min Ik are an item.

00:28:53Now, Veronica's mother is pressuring her to get married.

00:28:56And Gal He has to fix it.

00:28:58After some brainstorming, she devises a plan.

00:29:00She'll impersonate Veronica again and tell Min Ik she's fallen for someone else, effectively ending any potential relationship.

00:29:08Using her other phone, she texts Min Ik, setting up a meeting.

00:29:12Min Ik is overjoyed.

00:29:14This time, he's determined to see Veronica's face, no matter what.

00:29:18Following his doctor's bizarre advice, he hides in a restroom, struggling to put on a pair of extremely tight leggings, supposedly designed to increase blood pressure.

00:29:27He's almost caught by a cleaning lady, who mistakes him for a pervert.

00:29:30He tries to explain their medical leggings.

00:29:33But she's unconvinced, and attacks him with a mop.

00:29:36Min Ik flees, running into his uncle, who sees him in his compromising leggings-clad state.

00:29:41Gal He arrives just in time, rescuing him and taking him back to his office.

00:29:45Unbeknownst to them, his uncle returns to the restroom, and finds Min Ik's forgotten medical records, detailing his neurological condition.

00:29:53He now has leverage again, back in the office.

00:29:57Min Ik, mortified, tries to remove the leggings but can't get them off.

00:30:01Gal He grabs a pair of scissors to help.

00:30:04Min Ik moves suddenly, and Gal He accidentally cuts her hand.

00:30:07Ignoring the pain, she finishes cutting the leggings off him.

00:30:11Seeing her injury, Min Ik gently applies a band-aid to her hand.

00:30:15A tender moment.

00:30:16Gal He takes him to his rendezvous with Veronica.

00:30:19On the way, it starts to rain.

00:30:21They take shelter together.

00:30:22As he looks at Gal He, Min Ik realizes he can see her face clearly.

00:30:27His vision has returned.

00:30:29He's frustrated.

00:30:30Of all times, why now?

00:30:32Why couldn't he have waited until after seeing Veronica?

00:30:35Unaware of his inner turmoil, Gal He tries to excuse herself, but Min Ik pulls her back.

00:30:40He wants to savor this moment of normalcy, this brief respite from his face blindness.

00:30:45For just one minute, he says.

00:30:46It's been a while, Secretary Young, acknowledging her for the first time, without the need for visual cues.

00:30:53After the minute passes, Gal He dashes off, changes clothes, and transforms back into Veronica to meet him.

00:31:00As Veronica approaches, Min Ik anticipates seeing her face clearly, but his blood pressure has dropped back to normal, and her features remain blurred.

00:31:09Disappointed, he pulls her closer, trying to focus, but her face remains a frustratingly hazy image.

00:31:15Gal He proceeds with her plan, telling him she's met someone else, and wants to end things between them.

00:31:20She turns to leave, but Min Ik stops her again.

00:31:23He's curious about this other man.

00:31:25Is he more handsome?

00:31:27Wealthier?

00:31:28Gal He, eager to end the charade, doesn't deny anything he suggests.

00:31:32Finally, Min Ik asks for 12 hours with her.

00:31:35If she still wants to leave after that, he won't stop her.

00:31:38Logic tells Gal He to refuse, but she can't bring herself to say no.

00:31:42The desire to be with him, not as his secretary but as his girlfriend, even for a short time, is too strong.

00:31:49She agrees, thinking she'll cut ties completely after these 12 hours.

00:31:53As they walk, Min Ik notices the band-aid on Veronica's finger, identical to the one he put on Gal He's hand,

00:32:00Even in the same spot, Gal He curses her carelessness.

00:32:04Thinking fast, she slips her hand into his coat pocket, changing the subject and asking about their destination.

00:32:10Smooth, Min Ik has called for his driver.

00:32:13Gal He nearly panics.

00:32:15If the driver sees them together, her disguise will be blown.

00:32:18She hides her face against Min Ik, suggesting they dismiss the driver for some privacy.

00:32:23Min Ik, surprisingly compliant, agrees.

00:32:26Gal He cautiously peeks around, to ensure the driver has left before relaxing.

00:32:30They stop at a convenience store, where Min Ik makes her instant coffee.

00:32:34Gal He enjoys it immensely, puzzling Min Ik.

00:32:37Why is she so delighted with instant coffee?

00:32:39In Gal He's world, she's always the one making coffee, never receiving it.

00:32:44Min Ik understands.

00:32:45She's relishing the experience of being cared for.

00:32:48He decides to take her to his office.

00:32:50Along the way, Gal He nervously scans their surroundings,

00:32:53fearing they'll run into colleagues and expose her secret.

00:32:56Luckily, they reach his office undisturbed.

00:32:58Min Ik ushers her into his chair, meticulously cleaning the desk and draping a blanket over her.

00:33:04He even kneels to wipe her shoes.

00:33:06Gal He, uncomfortable with the role reversal, turns away.

00:33:10He asks what kind of man she prefers.

00:33:12Gal He, thinking of Min Ik's struggles,

00:33:15describes someone who appears to have it all but fights his battles alone.

00:33:18Realizing she's said too much, she changes the subject, offering to feed his fish.

00:33:22Min Ik reveals a deeply personal secret.

00:33:25The fish is a gift from his deceased father.

00:33:28He's illegitimate, and has no memories of his biological mother.

00:33:31Having lived with his father since childhood, he has no blood relatives in his current family.

00:33:36It's the first time Gal He has heard this, and her surprise is evident.

00:33:40Leaving the office, they decide to relax in a sauna.

00:33:43To Gal He's horror, everyone wears identical outfits.

00:33:46This could expose her disguise.

00:33:48But Min Ik, ever resourceful, has already thought of this.

00:33:50Pretending to help her tie her hair, he discreetly memorizes the number on her locker key.

00:33:56While Gal He fetches drinks, she bumps into Min Ik's doctor.

00:33:59The doctor returns to Min Ik, mentioning that his secretary is also there.

00:34:03Min Ik is stunned.

00:34:04Why is Gal He in the sauna?

00:34:06He approaches her and calls her by name.

00:34:08Caught red-handed.

00:34:10Gal He is forced to admit her identity.

00:34:12But Min Ik notices the number 99 on her key tag.

00:34:15Isn't that Veronica's number?

00:34:17Gal He inwardly groans.

00:34:19He actually remembered.

00:34:19She quickly improvises, claiming Veronica gave her the key, because they just met.

00:34:25Min Ik is suspicious, but can't quite put his finger on what's wrong.

00:34:28He decides to check on Veronica in the sauna.

00:34:31The moment he leaves, Gal He races back, slipping into the sauna just before he arrives.

00:34:36Masterfully switching between her two personas, she manages to maintain the illusion.

00:34:41Later, Min Ik talks about his secretary, assuming Gal He resigned because she dislikes him.

00:34:46As

00:34:46Veronica

00:34:47Gal He explains she left because she hated herself.

00:34:51A convenient lie.

00:34:52Next, they go to the movies, and, to Gal He's dismay, encounter Deju and the real Veronica.

00:34:59Fortunately, Min Ik's face blindness prevents him from recognizing anyone.

00:35:03Gal He, however, secretly meets with Deju, begging him not to reveal anything to Min Ik,

00:35:08because she's genuinely fallen for him.

00:35:11Deju agrees to keep her secret.

00:35:13With only two hours left of their allotted time, they sit on a mountaintop, waiting for sunrise.

00:35:18Min Ik asks if she'll reconsider him.

00:35:20Gal He's heart aches.

00:35:22She doesn't want to hurt him, but she can't live a lie forever.

00:35:25It's better to rip off the band-aid now.

00:35:27She resolves to end things cleanly.

00:35:29But before their time is up, she wants to do something for him.

00:35:33To her surprise, he asks for a kiss.

00:35:35She doesn't refuse.

00:35:37As he leans in, she meets him halfway.

00:35:39Gal He arrives home the next morning.

00:35:41To find her apartment has been burglarized.

00:35:44The thief is about to escape with her laptop when her brother intervenes,

00:35:47getting injured in the process.

00:35:49Gal He rushes him to the hospital.

00:35:51Thankfully, his injuries are minor, and she breathes a sigh of relief.

00:35:55Back at work facing Min Ik.

00:35:56Gal He can't stop thinking about their kiss.

00:35:59Min Ik, however, is heartbroken over.

00:36:01Veronica's.

00:36:03Rejection.

00:36:03Trying to comfort him, she suggests they have a drink.

00:36:06But he declines, claiming he has no interest in anything when he's feeling down.

00:36:11The weight of her secret is becoming heavier with each passing moment.

00:36:14Gal He leaves, but as she passes the stairwell,

00:36:17she overhears a conversation between Min Ik's uncle and Daeju.

00:36:20She sees Min Ik's medical records on the uncle's phone.

00:36:23This is bad.

00:36:24He's found Min Ik's weakness and will undoubtedly use it to oust him from the company.

00:36:28As Gal He strategizes, Daeju calls, asking if Min Ik is unwell because he seems not to recognize him in the sauna.

00:36:36Remembering Min Ik's insistence on secrecy, Gal He lies, saying Min Ik had a lot to drink and wasn't himself.

00:36:43Daeju accepts the explanation, much to Gal He's relief.

00:36:46Back at the office, she finds Min Ik looking dejected and leaving for an errand.

00:36:51Concerned, worried, she discreetly follows him, even switching outfits with a cleaning lady to avoid detection.

00:36:57Min Ik visits the convenience store, where they had their first date.

00:37:01Orders the same instant coffee she drank, and then goes to the movie theater they visited.

00:37:05He's heartbroken.

00:37:07All Gal He can do is silently follow, a shadow of support.

00:37:10Hours pass, and he hasn't eaten anything.

00:37:13Concerned, she pulls a chocolate croissant from her pocket, sits beside him, and watches him intently.

00:37:18Min Ik, not recognizing her, assumes she's a kind stranger.

00:37:23Not wanting to reveal herself, she offers him the pastry, gesturing for him to eat.

00:37:27He hesitates, thanking her for her kindness, but unsure about accepting food from a stranger.

00:37:33As he contemplates, Gal He sits nearby, ensuring he eats.

00:37:37He finally opens the package and takes a bite.

00:37:39He suddenly remembers Gal He's words about needing a drinking, or eating buddy.

00:37:43He calls her, requesting a home-cooked meal.

00:37:46She readily agrees.

00:37:47Gal He rushes home, sheds her disguise, and hides under the covers.

00:37:52Min Ik arrives shortly after.

00:37:54She has prepared a feast.

00:37:55He eats with gusto.

00:37:57Learning about the burglary and her brother's hospitalization, he offers to stay with her.

00:38:01Although she verbally declines, she secretly yearns for him to stay.

00:38:05But Min Ik misinterprets her reluctance and leaves.

00:38:09Still feeling uneasy, Gal He takes out the trash, and senses someone following her.

00:38:14Without hesitation, she throws the trash bag at the figure, preparing to run, when she hears Min Ik's voice.

00:38:20It's been only two hours since he left.

00:38:23She realizes he must have returned, worried about her.

00:38:26A wave of warmth spreads through her.

00:38:28Back in her apartment, Min Ik changes into pajamas, and begins lamenting about Veronica, asking to hold Gal He's hand while he sleeps.

00:38:36Gal He is torn.

00:38:36She's the source of his pain, yet she can't reveal the truth.

00:38:40Gal He soothes Min Ik, with gentle pats and a lullaby, unknowingly singing him to sleep.

00:38:46Exhausted herself, she drifts off as well.

00:38:49They wake up the next morning, startled to find themselves face to face.

00:38:52It's already 9 a.

00:38:54Mom.

00:38:55While in the bathroom, Min Ik spots a familiar pair of earrings, identical to the ones.

00:39:00Veronica.

00:39:01War.

00:39:02Before he can dwell on it, Gal He discovers a knife under her cabinet, the same type used by his attacker.

00:39:08Her apartment was burglarized recently.

00:39:10Could the burglar and the attacker be the same person?

00:39:13It's a crucial clue.

00:39:14They rush to the police station, driven by Min Ik's chauffeur, not noticing the driver's reaction upon seeing the knife.

00:39:21The police identify the knife as a car emergency tool, typically carried only by drivers or mechanics.

00:39:26Min Ik recalls seeing a similar knife on his driver.

00:39:29The police immediately send the knife for fingerprint analysis.

00:39:32They also asked if anything valuable was stolen from Gal He's laptop, since the burglar clearly targeted it.

00:39:38Gal He remembers the USB Min Tsi gave her containing a strange file, but it's now missing.

00:39:43That evening, they attend a colleague's funeral.

00:39:46Entering the hall, Min Ik realizes everyone is dressed in black, making it impossible for him to distinguish faces.

00:39:53Gal He quickly ushers him to change clothes.

00:39:55In the rush, Min Ik accidentally bumps into her.

00:39:58His heart races, and for a brief moment, his vision clears.

00:40:02He sees everyone's faces again.

00:40:03He's bewildered.

00:40:05The doctor said this only happens when he's near someone he's attracted to.

00:40:08Lost in thought, Min Ik spots his attacker in the hall.

00:40:11He gives chase but runs into the real Veronica at the exit.

00:40:15As Veronica introduces herself, Min Ik remembers clearly seeing

00:40:18Veronica's lips during their date.

00:40:21They were different.

00:40:22This woman also greets him with a generic, nice to meet you.

00:40:26He's convinced she's an imposter.

00:40:28Just then, he sees the attacker again, and resumes his pursuit.

00:40:32Reaching the street, he's nearly hit by a car.

00:40:35The blaring horn disorients him.

00:40:37And when he recovers, his face blindness has returned.

00:40:40And the attacker is gone.

00:40:41He reports the incident to the police, requesting they check security footage.

00:40:46After filing the report, he remembers Veronica, and rushes back to find her.

00:40:50Gal He appears before him.

00:40:53Min Ik tells her about the five, fake Veronica.

00:40:56He ignores Gal He's attempts to speak, ordering her to find the imposter.

00:41:00He wants to expose her.

00:41:01He then calls the, Veronica.

00:41:04He'd been dating.

00:41:05Gal He runs to the restroom, answering the call as, Veronica.

00:41:09Unbeknownst to her, the real Veronica is also in the restroom, fuming about being called

00:41:14an imposter.

00:41:15She overhears Gal He saying she'll tear the imposter to shreds if she catches her.

00:41:20The real Veronica confronts Gal He.

00:41:22Gal He is about to apologize, when Veronica asks why Min Ik mistook her for someone else.

00:41:28Just then, Min Ik's voice echoes from outside the restroom.

00:41:31He's looking for Gal He.

00:41:33Seeing Gal He's speechless panic, Veronica steps out to confront Min Ik herself.

00:41:38He greets her with a polite,

00:41:39It's a pleasure to meet you.

00:41:40Then Gal He emerges, whispering instructions to Min Ik on how to identify the real Veronica.

00:41:47Veronica realizes Min I has face blindness.

00:41:50Guilt gnaws at Gal He.

00:41:51What started as a playful deception has become a tangled web of lies with real emotional consequences.

00:41:57Gal He expects a furious outburst, but Veronica surprises her by taking her shopping and buying

00:42:03her identical outfits.

00:42:05She wants Gal He to continue impersonating her and dating Min Ik.

00:42:08It turns out Veronica is interested in Deju and wants a month to pursue him.

00:42:13Gal He refuses, unwilling to continue the deception.

00:42:17But Veronica drops a bombshell.

00:42:19If Gal He doesn't cooperate, Veronica will marry Min Ik in a month.

00:42:23She claims it's all Gal He's fault.

00:42:25Her impersonation has convinced both families that they're deeply in love,

00:42:28and a wedding date has already been set.

00:42:30Gal He is speechless.

00:42:32Meanwhile, Min Ik examines the earring he found at Gal He's apartment and discovers it's a fake.

00:42:37Heartbroken, he rushes to buy a genuine pair.

00:42:40Then follows Gal He home, and secretly leaves them in her bathroom.

00:42:44Later, discussing the situation with Deju, Deju confesses his feelings for Gal He.

00:42:49Min Ik is adamant that he's the one in love with Veronica, even claiming they've kissed.

00:42:54Deju is stunned.

00:42:55He just agreed to date.

00:42:57Veronica, confused he assumes.

00:42:59Veronica is two-timing them.

00:43:01Min Ik is also conflicted.

00:43:03He's sure he's attracted to Veronica, but the accelerated heartbeat he experiences around.

00:43:09Gal He is undeniable.

00:43:10Deju, frustrated, demands he choose one, and stop hurting both of them.

00:43:15Min Ik, pondering Deju's words, begins acting strangely around Gal He.

00:43:20He stares at her intently, forbids her from cleaning the fish tank insisting on professional

00:43:24cleaners, and even orders her to take coffee breaks, instead of working constantly.

00:43:29He's a different person from the demanding boss he once was.

00:43:32He's restless and anxious, realizing he's developing unusual feelings for Gal He.

00:43:37Wanting to be alone with her.

00:43:39He finds himself drawn to her, reaching out to caress her face.

00:43:42As they lean closer, he remembers his kiss with Veronica, and his rationality returns.

00:43:48They both pull away awkwardly.

00:43:50Min Ik feels terrible.

00:43:52How could he do this to Gal He?

00:43:53He's supposed to be in love with Veronica.

00:43:55When Deju presses him for an answer, he declares he's in love with both of them.

00:44:00Convinced he's losing his mind, he schedules a CT scan to check for mental illness.

00:44:05The results are normal.

00:44:06The next day, seeing Gal He, Min Ik is consumed by guilt.

00:44:10For the first time, he questions his character.

00:44:13He's in love with two women simultaneously.

00:44:15He deliberately distances himself from Gal He, forbidding her from interacting with him,

00:44:20and giving her time off.

00:44:21Certain he prefers Veronica.

00:44:22He goes to see her, intending to confess his feelings, and ask her out.

00:44:27He runs into the real Veronica instead.

00:44:30She quickly hides, calling Gal He to warn her.

00:44:33Trapped, Gal He resumes her Veronica impersonation to meet Min Ik.

00:44:37The real Veronica, in a twist, pretends to be a waitress, serving them.

00:44:41After taking their order, she sits nearby, observing their interaction with amusement.

00:44:46Min Ik, sensing something is off but not wanting to dwell on it,

00:44:50discusses a pressing matter with Gal He.

00:44:52His family is urging him to marry and wants Veronica's opinion.

00:44:57Veronica, never one to shy away from drama, claims Gal He is head over heels for Min Ik.

00:45:02Constantly glued to her phone, waiting for his calls.

00:45:05She even produces two tickets to a show.

00:45:08Forced to play along, Gal He confesses her feelings for Min Ik.

00:45:12Surprisingly, he's not pleased.

00:45:14He thinks of his Gal He, the one who diligently manages his life.

00:45:18He abruptly excuses himself, feigning a work emergency, pretending to take a call from his

00:45:23secretary before rushing out.

00:45:25He promises to take Veronica to the show in a few days.

00:45:29Back in his office, Min Ik collapses onto his desk, his mind filled with Gal He.

00:45:34The longing is overwhelming.

00:45:36He impulsively goes to her apartment, just to be near her.

00:45:39Facing Gal He, he's a whirlwind of conflicting emotions.

00:45:42He can't deny his growing affection for her, but he feels guilty about his lingering feelings for

00:45:47Veronica.

00:45:48He needs to sort out his heart.

00:45:50The next day, the police contacted him.

00:45:52The fingerprints on the knife match his driver's.

00:45:55The chauffeur was the one trying to kill him.

00:45:57Min Ik is horrified.

00:45:59He's been unknowingly associating with his, would-be assassin.

00:46:02He suddenly remembers the knife was found at Gal He's apartment,

00:46:05meaning the driver has been there too.

00:46:07He jumps up, berating the police for not providing her with protection.

00:46:11Distrustful of the police, he rushes to Gal He's apartment,

00:46:15urging her to relocate to a hotel.

00:46:17But Gal He has a blind brother she can't leave alone.

00:46:19Min Ik insists on installing security cameras throughout her apartment.

00:46:23The day of his.

00:46:25Date.

00:46:25With.

00:46:26Veronica.

00:46:27Arrives.

00:46:28Gal He prepares meticulously, dressing and styling herself exactly like Veronica.

00:46:33She arrives at the designated spot, finding Min Ik waiting with flowers,

00:46:37his face full of anticipation.

00:46:39Gal He hesitates.

00:46:41She can't bear to deceive him any longer.

00:46:43The deeper they go, the more painful the eventual reveal will be.

00:46:47Especially for someone who hates being lied to as much as Min Ik does.

00:46:51This can't end well.

00:46:52Tears stream down her face.

00:46:54Mourning the love she can never have, she resolves to confess everything.

00:46:57Even if it means being fired.

00:46:59As the showtime nears, Veronica sends a car for Gal He.

00:47:03On the way, the car is involved in an accident.

00:47:06Min Ik, learning of the accident, rushes to the hospital.

00:47:09But there's a problem.

00:47:11Gal He is in orthopedics.

00:47:12While.

00:47:13Veronica.

00:47:14Is in neurology.

00:47:15At opposite ends of the hospital.

00:47:17Min Ik freezes.

00:47:18Which way should he go?

00:47:20He wishes he could be in two places at once.

00:47:22Forced to make a split second decision, his true feelings emerge.

00:47:26He runs towards Gal He, embracing her tightly.

00:47:29It's Gal He he loves.

00:47:30The one who's always been there for him.

00:47:32His attraction to.

00:47:33Veronica.

00:47:34Was a reflection of his underlying feelings for Gal He.

00:47:37Gal He is stunned by this unexpected turn of events.

00:47:41Min Ik, understanding her shock, doesn't pressure her for an immediate response.

00:47:46He takes her to her room, wanting to care for her himself.

00:47:49Seeing her injured arm.

00:47:50He removes his watch and gently washes her hand.

00:47:53Their fingers intertwining.

00:47:55It's a simple act, but Gal He's heart races.

00:47:58He even draws a small heart on her bandage.

00:48:00After a tender moment, he returns to his room.

00:48:03Gal He excitedly shares the news with Veronica.

00:48:06He said he doesn't like Veronica.

00:48:08He likes me, Gal He.

00:48:10Min Ik, lying in bed, is giddy with excitement.

00:48:13He's decided to be honest with, Veronica.

00:48:15And then openly pursue Gal He.

00:48:18Coincidentally, Gal He has also resolved to confess her deception.

00:48:21The timing seems perfect, but fate has other plans.

00:48:24The next morning, Min Ik's mother invites him to dinner that evening.

00:48:28Figuring he can still meet Veronica.

00:48:30Later, he agrees.

00:48:32Unexpectedly.

00:48:33Veronica's mother also shows up.

00:48:36Bringing Min Ik and his mother to meet her daughter.

00:48:38The real Veronica is completely blindsided.

00:48:40She's the only one who knows about Gal He's impersonation.

00:48:43She tries to text Gal He a warning, but her mother snatches her phone away.

00:48:47Min Ik, noticing the commotion, pulls out his phone, dialing.

00:48:51Veronica's number, intending to help her locate it.

00:48:55Veronica is petrified.

00:48:56Thankfully, the phone is on silent.

00:48:59At that moment, Gal He is busy at work.

00:49:01And Veronica's phone doesn't ring either.

00:49:04Veronica claims her phone is on silent mode.

00:49:07But her mother exposes the lie by calling her right in front of Min Ik.

00:49:10He notices something's amiss.

00:49:12The number he has for Veronica doesn't match the one her mother just dialed.

00:49:17Veronica laughs nervously, piling food onto Min Ik's plate, trying to change the subject.

00:49:23She even offers him peanuts.

00:49:24This only deepens Min Ik's suspicion.

00:49:27The first time they met, Veronica was extremely concerned about his peanut allergy.

00:49:32Even catching the food he'd spat out.

00:49:34Why is she acting so nonchalant now?

00:49:36To test his theory, Min Ik, risking an allergic reaction, deliberately eats a peanut in front of her.

00:49:42Veronica doesn't react at all.

00:49:44He's figured it out.

00:49:45This isn't the woman he's been dating.

00:49:47His allergy kicks in, and he rushes to the restroom.

00:49:51Veronica, fearing a severe reaction, follows.

00:49:54She's about to confess when Min Ik calls the fake Veronica right in front of her.

00:49:59Gal He, oblivious to the unfolding drama, answers, saying she's already at the amusement park.

00:50:05The real Veronica tries to intervene, but Min Ik refuses to listen.

00:50:08He wants to see this imposter for himself.

00:50:10He confronts Gal He, voicing his suspicions.

00:50:13Before he can finish, he sees the small heart he drew on her arm.

00:50:17It all clicks into place.

00:50:19He's devastated.

00:50:20Anyone could have betrayed him, but Gal He?

00:50:22The one person he trusted implicitly?

00:50:25Gal He explains she initially intended it as a harmless prank.

00:50:29The word, prank, stings.

00:50:31His emotions have been toyed with.

00:50:33His heart swinging between hope and despair.

00:50:35With every interaction with the fake.

00:50:38Veronica.

00:50:39Gal He, playing both secretaries by day, and Veronica.

00:50:43By night, must have found it highly amusing.

00:50:46He turns and walks away.

00:50:47Gal He bursts into tears, reaching for him.

00:50:50He brushes her hand aside, leaving her standing alone.

00:50:53The next day, Gal He musters the courage to go to work.

00:50:56All she can offer is a choked.

00:50:58I'm sorry.

00:50:59Min Ik is numb.

00:51:01He can't see faces.

00:51:02He can't read people.

00:51:03And it's driving him mad.

00:51:05Gal He was his anchor.

00:51:06His only certainty.

00:51:08Now, that certainty is shattered.

00:51:10He coldly fires her.

00:51:12Gal He had anticipated being fired.

00:51:14But hearing the words from Min Ik still crushes her.

00:51:16Back home.

00:51:17She collapses.

00:51:18Sobbing uncontrollably.

00:51:20Lying on her bed, emotionally drained.

00:51:22She's visited by Veronica.

00:51:24Seeing Gal He's despair.

00:51:25Veronica can no longer stand idly by.

00:51:27She decides to intervene.

00:51:29She meets with Min Ik.

00:51:31Deliberately mentioning Gal He's tearful state.

00:51:33Describing her swollen, red eyes.

00:51:35When Min Ik doesn't react.

00:51:37Veronica confesses her role in the deception.

00:51:39She admits she forced Gal He to continue the charade.

00:51:42Because she wanted to be with Dae Joo.

00:51:44Gal He had wanted to stop the prank.

00:51:46Long ago.

00:51:47Veronica tells Min Ik.

00:51:48That Gal He was genuinely happy when he confessed his feelings.

00:51:52But Min Ik isn't swayed.

00:51:53He's still hurt.

00:51:54Seeking solace in Dae Joo.

00:51:56Confiding in him for the first time about his face blindness.

00:51:59He describes the isolating experience of not recognizing anyone.

00:52:03Of being unable to discern genuine emotion from pretense.

00:52:06It's a pain, he says.

00:52:07Only those who've experienced it can understand.

00:52:10Dae Joo.

00:52:11While unable to fully grasp the feeling.

00:52:13Understands the power of love.

00:52:15If you truly care for someone.

00:52:17He says.

00:52:17Forgiveness should follow.

00:52:19Min Ik grows even more despondent.

00:52:21Everyone is urging him to forgive.

00:52:23But Gal He.

00:52:24The one who wronged him.

00:52:25Hasn't even sent a single apologetic text.

00:52:28He lies in bed sulking.

00:52:30The next day.

00:52:31Gal He goes to the hospital.

00:52:32To have her bandage removed.

00:52:34And is overjoyed to see Min Ik approaching.

00:52:36She assumes he's there to see her.

00:52:38But as he passes.

00:52:39He doesn't even glance her way.

00:52:41She's not wearing her red coat.

00:52:42So he has no idea who she is.

00:52:44Watching him walk away.

00:52:46She notices how much weight he's lost.

00:52:48Worrying about how he'll cope with the upcoming board meeting.

00:52:51She's heartbroken.

00:52:52But life goes on.

00:52:53She decides to distract herself with sweets.

00:52:56And a show.

00:52:57Hoping to gradually forget him.

00:52:59At the theater.

00:53:00She's stunned to discover the actress on stage.

00:53:02Is her younger sister.

00:53:04Gal He had sent her abroad not long ago.

00:53:06But she secretly returned to pursue acting.

00:53:08Too afraid to face her family after lying to them.

00:53:11She's been hiding.

00:53:12Her sister explains her fear of facing the consequences of her deception.

00:53:16Gal He reminds her that facing your mistakes.

00:53:19However difficult.

00:53:19Is always better than hiding.

00:53:21Her words resonate deeply.

00:53:23She too is hiding from Min Ik.

00:53:25Suddenly it hits her.

00:53:26Tomorrow is Min Ik's crucial board meeting.

00:53:28She needs to be there for him.

00:53:30She tells Min Ik about her decision.

00:53:32But he's still angry and ignores her.

00:53:34Undeterred.

00:53:35She says she'll remain outside.

00:53:36Ready to assist if needed.

00:53:38After the meeting.

00:53:39She'll leave.

00:53:40Atoning for her mistakes.

00:53:41Min Ik pretends to ignore her.

00:53:43Focusing on his work.

00:53:44But later that evening.

00:53:45Seeing her untouched desk.

00:53:47He softens.

00:53:48Despite himself.

00:53:49He can't deny her unwavering loyalty.

00:53:51Even after he fired her.

00:53:53Her dedication is starting to chip away at his anger.

00:53:56It's late.

00:53:57And Min Ik wonders if Gal He is cold.

00:53:59He instinctively grabs her coat.

00:54:01And goes outside.

00:54:02Not seeing her.

00:54:03He assumes she's left.

00:54:04But then she calls out to him.

00:54:06He pretends he's looking for a document.

00:54:08Gal He immediately points him in the right direction.

00:54:11Finally.

00:54:11He gives in.

00:54:12He haughtily declares he hasn't forgiven her.

00:54:15But he needs her help with the board meeting.

00:54:16Given his face blindness.

00:54:18He drapes her red coat over her shoulders.

00:54:20Gal He is overjoyed.

00:54:22She simply wants to be useful to him.

00:54:24To atone for her deception.

00:54:26The next morning.

00:54:27Wearing the red coat.

00:54:28She arrives at the office on time.

00:54:30Taking her usual place at her desk.

00:54:32And stealing glances at Min Ik.

00:54:34Seeing him smile.

00:54:35Her heart flutters.

00:54:37She reminds herself to focus.

00:54:39Today.

00:54:39She's his protector.

00:54:40As the crucial moment approaches.

00:54:42Min Ik's anxiety spikes.

00:54:43He doubts his ability to lead with his condition.

00:54:46Gal He offers reassurance.

00:54:49Everyone has flaws.

00:54:50She reminds him.

00:54:51Even those exploiting his condition.

00:54:53He's actively working to overcome his limitations.

00:54:56Memorizing people's features.

00:54:57And effectively recognizing everyone in the company.

00:55:00He's more than capable.

00:55:02Her words are a calming balm.

00:55:04He enters the meeting room with renewed confidence.

00:55:06But his uncle has a trick up his sleeve.

00:55:08Having learned about Min's face blindness.

00:55:10He's gathered a group of men dressed identically.

00:55:12Complete with glasses.

00:55:14And lined them up.

00:55:16Challenging Min Ik to identify his employees.

00:55:18Caught off guard.

00:55:19Min Ik frantically winks at Gal He.

00:55:22Who's watching from outside the window.

00:55:24She takes a deep breath.

00:55:25Assessing the situation.

00:55:27Min Ik can recognize people now.

00:55:29But this stunt could still sway the board against him.

00:55:32She calls Dae Joo for backup.

00:55:34Inside the tension is palpable.

00:55:35Min Ik's uncle uses his face blindness to undermine him.

00:55:39He sneers.

00:55:39How can someone who can't even recognize his staff.

00:55:42Lead this company.

00:55:43Min Ik calmly identifies each man correctly.

00:55:46His uncle.

00:55:47Not giving up.

00:55:48Produces Min Ik's medical records.

00:55:50Exposing his condition to the entire board.

00:55:53All eyes are on Min Ik.

00:55:54He lowers his head.

00:55:56Remembering Gal He's words.

00:55:57And admits his face blindness.

00:55:59But what about it?

00:56:00He challenges.

00:56:01I've worked hard to compensate.

00:56:03Memorizing characteristics.

00:56:05And learning to recognize people effectively.

00:56:07This has only strengthened my leadership skills.

00:56:10Because of my condition.

00:56:11I'm even more attuned to the needs of my employees.

00:56:14That's what makes a good chairman.

00:56:15The vote commences.

00:56:17His competence is acknowledged.

00:56:18But his condition remains a concern.

00:56:20The initial count shows Min Ik losing by one vote.

00:56:24Just as his uncle begins to celebrate.

00:56:26Dae Joo arrives.

00:56:27Casting his vote decisively in favor of Min Ik.

00:56:30It's a tie.

00:56:31The vote is postponed for two days.

00:56:33The meeting adjourns.

00:56:34And Gal He gathers her belongings.

00:56:36Preparing to leave.

00:56:37She speaks to Min Ik.

00:56:39A mix of gratitude, apology and well wishes.

00:56:42Almost hoping he'll stop her.

00:56:44Min Ik remains silent.

00:56:45Finally offering a simple.

00:56:47Thank you for your help today Gal He.

00:56:49He still hasn't forgiven her.

00:56:50But his gratitude is a step in the right direction.

00:56:53Not hearing the words she longed for.

00:56:55Gal He leaves.

00:56:56Carrying her box of belongings.

00:56:58Her heart heavy with disappointment.

00:57:00Min Si, equally dejected.

00:57:02Invites Dae Joo for a drink.

00:57:03However, Dae Joo is on a date with Veronica.

00:57:07Veronica angrily grabs the phone.

00:57:09Telling Min Ik that Gal He will be at the theater that evening.

00:57:12And if he's free, he can find her there.

00:57:15She hangs up, effectively dismissing him.

00:57:18Despite his denial, Min Ik's actions betray his true feelings.

00:57:21He rushes to the theater, waiting for Gal He.

00:57:24When she arrives, she's accompanied by another man.

00:57:27Their arms intertwined.

00:57:28Due to his face blindness, Min Ik doesn't realize it's Gal He's brother.

00:57:32Seeing their intimate gestures, whispering, holding hands, Min Ik's heart sinks.

00:57:37Gal He always wears flats.

00:57:39But tonight, she's wearing heels.

00:57:41Presumably for this man.

00:57:42He follows them.

00:57:44His jealousy growing.

00:57:45To a flower shop.

00:57:47Witnessing Gal He's tender care towards her brother.

00:57:49He can't stand it anymore.

00:57:51He goes to a restaurant, reserves a table, and calls Gal He, summoning her.

00:57:55She tries to refuse, but he anticipates her excuses, ordering her to come, and vowing to

00:58:00wait until she arrives.

00:58:02Gal He, unable to resist, leaves her brother with their sister, and rushes to meet him.

00:58:07Min Ik has been waiting a long time.

00:58:09He's about to give up when he sees her familiar figure.

00:58:12He rushes towards her.

00:58:13His heart, which had been in free fall, finally settles.

00:58:17He realizes he can't let her go.

00:58:19Her absence is more unbearable than losing the chairmanship.

00:58:22He pours out his heart, confessing his feelings.

00:58:24Gal He tears up, disbelief washing over her.

00:58:28Happiness floods her.

00:58:29She thought he'd never forgive her.

00:58:31He chivalrously pulls out her chair, and orders the same expensive wine she enjoyed as

00:58:35Veronica.

00:58:37These are gestures she's never received as herself.

00:58:40Deeply moved, she reintroduces herself, telling him about her family, and her life.

00:58:45This time, there are no lies, no disguises.

00:58:48She's finally with him, as her true self.

00:58:50They bask in the glow of their newfound love.

00:58:52The mere thought of Min Ik brings a radiant smile to Gal He's face.

00:58:57The next morning, Min Ik goes to Gal He's apartment.

00:58:59The once demanding boss gives her the day off, eager to take her on a date.

00:59:03Gal He is ecstatic.

00:59:05It's their first official date.

00:59:06She dresses carefully, wanting to look her best.

00:59:09Min Ik picks her up, chivalrously opening the car door for her.

00:59:13As they share a tender moment, Gal He's brother and sister appear.

00:59:16Her brother pretends to be nonchalant, but his words carry a hint of playful manipulation.

00:59:21Look at you, driving around with perfectly good limbs, while I, a blind man, have to walk.

00:59:27Min Ik, catching the hint, offers them a ride.

00:59:30Their romantic date transforms into a boisterous outing for four.

00:59:34Gal He, seizing a moment of privacy, pulls Min Ik away, escaping to the nearby beach.

00:59:39As they run, her shoe comes off.

00:59:41Min Ik retrieves it, letting her lean on him as he kneels to put it back on her foot.

00:59:46It's a sweet, intimate moment.

00:59:48A symbol of their newfound love and the end of their charade.

00:59:51Their romantic interlude is interrupted by Gal He's brother.

00:59:55Their escape plan is foiled.

00:59:57That night, all four of them are crammed into the same room.

01:00:00Min Ik, unable to sleep, sits up and gazes at Gal He.

01:00:03Even without a proper date, he finds comfort in her presence.

01:00:07He goes outside for some air.

01:00:08Gal He wakes up soon after.

01:00:10Finally, a moment alone.

01:00:11Min Ik reveals that physical contact with her raises his blood pressure.

01:00:15Temporarily curing his face blindness.

01:00:18Gal He understands the implication.

01:00:20Despite a flicker of shyness, anticipation builds.

01:00:23They slowly move closer, embracing tightly.

01:00:26Gal He wonders if he can see her now.

01:00:28But Min Ik says it's not quite enough contact.

01:00:31His blood pressure hasn't spiked sufficiently.

01:00:33The thought of escalating their intimacy makes her heart pound.

01:00:36But Min Ik simply puts his arm around her, teasingly.

01:00:39Now it's Gal He's turn to sulk.

01:00:42After all the hand-holding and hugging, shouldn't there be a kiss?

01:00:45But he just holds her close.

01:00:47Hearing her playful complaint, Min Ik turns her to face him.

01:00:50Gently cupping her face in his hands and kissing her softly.

01:00:53If he opened his eyes now, he might see her clearly.

01:00:56But he chooses not to.

01:00:58Whether he sees her face or not, she's here with him.

01:01:01And that's all that matters.

01:01:02Their sweet romance blossoms.

01:01:04But trouble is brewing at the company.

01:01:06The masked attacker turns himself in.

01:01:08Confessing to the assault and implicating Secretary Lee, the longest-serving employee, as the mastermind.

01:01:1420 years ago, Secretary Lee's sister died in a work-related traffic accident.

01:01:19But the company refused any compensation.

01:01:21Driven by a desire for justice, she secretly formed an organization to help mistreated colleagues.

01:01:26She began embezzling funds, even stealing valuable artwork from the office, using the money to compensate those wronged by the company.

01:01:34She meticulously documented every transaction on a USB drive.

01:01:38The masked attacker was her uncle's driver.

01:01:40He was injured in an accident while being berated by Min Ik's uncle.

01:01:44The uncle claimed the driver intentionally tried to harm him and refuse compensation.

01:01:49Desperate, the driver was approached by Secretary Lee, who offered him financial assistance.

01:01:53He then became her accomplice.

01:01:55Secretary Lee discovered that the USB drive containing her embezzlement records had been inadvertently picked up by Min Ik.

01:02:02She sent the driver to retrieve it.

01:02:04But his repeated attempts failed, culminating in Min Ik's fall and subsequent face blindness.

01:02:09Now, the company's leadership, especially Min Ik's uncle, has uncovered the truth.

01:02:14The consequences could be devastating.

01:02:16The uncle, a ruthless man, realizes the embezzled funds were his ill-gotten gains.

01:02:21He can't involve the police, so he fires Secretary Lee and her accomplices.

01:02:26Seeking justice for their colleagues, they stage a hunger strike outside the company, hoping to attract media attention and public support.

01:02:33When Gao He and Min Ik return to work, the protest is on its second day.

01:02:37Gao He is torn.

01:02:39She's close to her colleagues and believes the company is in the wrong.

01:02:42But she's also Min Ik's girlfriend now.

01:02:44Where does her loyalty lie?

01:02:46Min Ik, seeing her distress, takes her out for a fancy meal.

01:02:49But Gao He can't eat.

01:02:51She knows Secretary Lee's accomplice injured Min Ik.

01:02:54And she shouldn't condone their actions.

01:02:57But she can't ignore her colleagues' plight.

01:02:59She joins the hunger strike.

01:03:01Min Ik is at a loss.

01:03:02It's his uncle's mess, and he shouldn't interfere.

01:03:05But seeing Gao He refusing food and water distresses him.

01:03:09That night, he visits her at the protest, silently draping his coat over her.

01:03:13He won't interfere with her convictions, offering quiet support instead.

01:03:16The next morning, Gao He goes to work as usual.

01:03:20Min Ik immediately calls her into his office.

01:03:22He's prepared a lavish breakfast, hoping she'll eat in secret.

01:03:25But Gao He is a woman of principle.

01:03:27She refuses.

01:03:29Min Ik, worried about her, makes a difficult decision.

01:03:32He strikes a deal with his uncle.

01:03:34He'll withdraw from the chairmanship race if his uncle reinstates the fired employees and offers them proper compensation.

01:03:40It's an offer his uncle can't refuse.

01:03:42Soon, the company rehires the employees and compensates them for their losses.

01:03:47Gao He and her colleagues can finally eat.

01:03:50Min Ik personally delivers the good news, and the protesters erupt in cheers.

01:03:54Gao He, overjoyed, hugs Min Ik tightly.

01:03:57It's wonderful having a boyfriend who cares so deeply.

01:04:00She doesn't hesitate to show her affection, even in front of the other secretaries.

01:04:04As they celebrate with a meal, his uncle arrives, smugly thanking Min Ik for stepping aside, confident that chairmanship is now his.

01:04:13Gao He learns the truth and loses her appetite, angrily confronting Min Ik.

01:04:17She doesn't want him to sacrifice his career for her.

01:04:20Min Ik's uncle gloats, ready to announce his victory.

01:04:23But reality delivers a swift, brutal blow.

01:04:26Of course, Min Ik would never hand the company over to his scheming uncle.

01:04:30He voted for Dae Ju, his trusted friend.

01:04:32It was all part of his plan.

01:04:34With his face blindness, he didn't truly want the chairmanship.

01:04:38Dae Ju, kind, competent, and well-respected, is the ideal candidate.

01:04:43Gao He is still upset, but Min Ik patiently reassures her, promising more time for their relationship once his work responsibilities lessen.

01:04:51It's not a bad compromise.

01:04:53Seeing his genuine effort to appease her, Gao He's anger dissipates.

01:04:56Soon after, Dae Ju becomes chairman, celebrating with Veronica and the others.

01:05:02During the cake-cutting ceremony, Gao He's red coat accidentally catches fire.

01:05:06It's the only way Min Ik can reliably identify her.

01:05:10They go shopping for an identical replacement, but no matter what she wears, he can't recognize her.

01:05:15Min Ik consults his doctor, who suggests finding a different shared memento.

01:05:19He also advises that the most joyful act between lovers increases blood pressure the most,

01:05:25potentially restoring facial recognition.

01:05:27He's referring to a proposal, but Min Ik misinterprets it.

01:05:31Back home, he's a blushing mess.

01:05:33Every touch from Gao He sends his heart racing, his mind filled with inappropriate thoughts.

01:05:38To make matters worse, Gao He spills water on him.

01:05:41She says innocently,

01:05:42Take your clothes off.

01:05:44The words reverberate in Min Ik's mind.

01:05:46Taking her words literally, and perhaps a bit too eagerly, he pushes her onto the bed.

01:05:51A misunderstanding ensues.

01:05:53Later, realizing his error, Min Ik decides to propose, tossing her a ring,

01:05:58and telling her to wear it when she's ready to accept.

01:06:00The next morning, he anxiously checks her finger.

01:06:03She's not wearing it.

01:06:05Disappointment washes over him.

01:06:06Despite his dejection, he makes dinner reservations, planning a romantic surprise.

01:06:11But fate intervenes again.

01:06:13He gets trapped in a stalled elevator with no signal, while Gao He waits at the restaurant.

01:06:17He's frantic.

01:06:19Finally, the rescue crew arrives.

01:06:21As he's freed, his vision clears.

01:06:23He can see faces again.

01:06:25Unsure how long it will last, he immediately calls Gao He.

01:06:28Coincidentally, Gao He, having given up on him at the restaurant,

01:06:32has returned to the company to look for him.

01:06:34They agree to meet on the rooftop.

01:06:36Min Ik races upstairs, desperate to see her face while he still can.

01:06:40Seeing her, he kisses her forehead, her nose, her lips, memorizing every detail.

01:06:45Even if this clarity is fleeting, their love creates a miracle.

01:06:49The drama ends on a hopeful note, their love story just beginning.

01:06:53The End

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