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Hey! Stop right there!
***! You're not going to get away with this!
Ha! You're too easy there!
I can climb up a tree, in seconds flat!
Why wouldn't you just give back my shoe already? I need to get back home!
Let's come back and play at autumn, okay?
Huh?
Don't Look At Me So Sadly
Are you feeling okay?
Oh, no. I'm not hurt. Thanks for asking though.
Oh, it's you ***.
Mister, you know my family's dog?
You're family's...
Could it be...
Oh my goodness. Just look how rough that ponytailed girl is over there!
She must have came here to visit her grandmother during her summer vacation.
You must be the daughter of Nanyang. She lives in the house near the persimmon tree, right?
Yes ma'am!
You're...Nanhyang's daughter?
Aren't girls in Seoul supposed to have longer hair and paler skin? Or is it just me?
I was thinking the same thing.
You don't look like a daughter of Nanhyang for sure.
So, that handsome man was Nanhyang's best friend slash first love?
Handsome isn't even the right word to describe him.
More like a handworkingsome orchard farmer. (hard-working + handsome)
His orchards look so huge!
Right granny?
Yes. I've seen them many times these days.
It's basically impossible to compare himself to my dad.
I agree with you on that one!
What are you talking about? Why are you bringing me in the conversation?
Besides, he's TOO skinny to be considered handsome!
No woman likes someone who is as thin as a toothpick!
Or fat as a whale either.
Who cares? He's still single and living alone, you know.
Why? Is it because of mom?
Ah! The drama! The romance!
But really, what happened to you two?
We're fine. Just eat your fruit.
I could be wrong
Perhaps someone got in between the two, which caused a huge fight and a breakup.
Jadoo, grab some Kleenex.
Tissues? Why?
Well, before your mother and father became married, there was a sad, dramatic story of two tragedies in one month.
And if you like romance and drama, then you'll be eager to listen!
Miss Gim, are you sure the word tragedy is the best match for the story?
Yes, don't ask so contrary!
Now listen up everyone, otherwise you won't get to hear the interesting details.
Right now, your old-looking mom has 3 cute children and a loving husband.
But in the past, she looked just like a model and had no kids or a boyfriend yet.
Yeah, you're joking, right?
How are we supposed to believe that?
Well, the first time they laid eyes on each other
was on a snowy day in the beginning of January
More like a hot, humid day in August.
Right! Hot and humid! In August!
Anyways, Nanhyang was on her way to the cafe for breakfast in the morning.
She didn't have curly hair back then and had paler skin. She was one of the prettiest girls in her town back then.
A lot of boys had huge hearts for her all the time.
But there was one guy who made her heart expand.
Hello, Minho?
Uh oh, I'm going to be late!
His name was Jeong Minho.
He wasn't wealthy, but he did sure work hard to make a fortune.
The two of them had deep feelings for each other for a while.
But...
Nanhyang, over here!
Sorry about my tardiness girls.
Wow, how hot!
What? Are you trying to tease me or something?
Oh, sorry. I meant my cup of coffee was hot.
But I'll gladly give you another if you sit by me, honey.
Hi there!
Who is that guy?
Oh, you mean Hodol?
He's my brother's army buddy and I heard he'll be here for a few weeks.
The coolest part is that he is from Seoul, the heart of Korea!
What's so special about Seoul?
And what about his crazy hairline?
Didn't you hear?
Long hair is the newest trend in Seoul these days.
Tsk! Well, it isn't fitting him alright!
Hello, ladies.
And hello to you too, Mister Hodol.
And who is this tall girl?
Oh, she's Nanhyang, my friend.
Oh, Nanhyang?
Does that mean...orchid scent?
Now that you told me your name, I'll introduce myself politely.
I am Choi Hodol, aka the Seoul Man
Seoul Man? Choi Hodol?
Is that supposed to be your nickname or something?
Besides, who said you could sit here?
Don't be so arrogant.
Mister! 4 coffees and steamed buns for us please!
A bun that is custard or red bean filling will do!
Wow, how generous of you!
So, shall we talk about how pretty this girl is sitting next to me?
Don't even go there!
Why are you even in this countryside town anyway? Shouldn't you be hitting the Seoul streets or something?
Are you willing to travel with me then?
What? I didn't mean it like that!
I just wanting to know why you're here.
If you really want to know.
Let's say I needed some...new friends.
Ah, how cool!
Did you ever hear about the new fish someone caught at at the Han river?
What? No way!
Goodbye! Take care! See you tomorrow!
Yes, goodbye girls!
Dude, why are you following me home?
What are you talking about?
I'm going to my house too.
Well, I'm home. Good night Hodol.
Would you like a beautiful bouquet of flowers?
What? For me?
Why are you giving it to me now?
We haven't even dated yet.
It's fine.
We can start tomorrow, if you'd like.
Besides, are your parents home?
Ma'am? Sir?
Will you shut it?
You can't just go up and talk to them like that!
It's okay. They don't bite.
Besides, if you're nice and warm-hearted then that's how they raised you which meant they are like that too.
It's not like that!
Ah! A snake!
Oh, no!
Just stand still...
Remember, he's more afraid of us than to him.
I-I don't see it...
So, where did you get this bouquet from again?
Oh, that?
I got them from my garden at home, why do you ask?
Aren't they pretty?
Well, I hate to say this
But the price tag says otherwise.
Nanhyang, you do you have a keen eye for detail, don't you...
Well, it's not like you get me stuff from the department store too.
What? I guess you're the one with a eye for detail too.
A few days later...
You didn't hear? It was all over the news last night!
You're shooting from that far away?
Do you need some extra bullets then?
No thanks!
I'll be fine with just one.
Wow! How is that possible?
So, what did you think?
Incredible!
I'll bring you the teddy bear.
Thanks dude! I owe you one!
Oh, don't thank me. Anything for your pretty girlfriend.
Wow, it's so cute!
Nanhyang, are you interested in becoming a bride?
What?
I may not look like a proper groom
but could you reconsider if I told you I bought a house by the sea-side?
And that I will always be there for you 24 hours?
Well, aren't we going a bit too fast on the whole marriage thing?
He was one of the cutest puppies in the entire litter!
I know. He's so adorable!
Since you're looking light, how about I call you ***?
How does that sound? Cute?
***? That does sound cute.
Actually Nanhyang...
Yeah?
Well, it would be nice for us to raise him...together...
Together? And?
In other words, I think he has an affection for you like a big sister.
Well, okay. I will.
Come on ***.
No, Nanhyang! Wait!
A day later...
Nanhyang. How has it been with you and that Seoul guy lately?
Oh, about him...
You see,
He proposed to me last night!
What?
Oh, congratulations!
Congrats?
Well, yeah. I'm not as sophisticated and rich as him,
So I'm sure you'd have a better time with him than with me.
Oh, you...
You're right! I am going to have a better time!
I hope you're happy that we're officially together!
Wow, poor Minho. I feel really sorry for him.
Why should you feel bad for him?
He acted so sweet yet his brain was made out of gum!
His brain seemed kinda uneffective, but at least he was honest and hard-working all the time!
You had a house on the seaside near Seoul?
I can't believe I let you get away with that stupid, fake lie!
Oh-ho! It seems like you haven't forgot about him!
If you have a problem with me, then maybe Minho is your better husband choice!
Gee, why didn't I think of that?
It'd be nice to live with an orchard farmer. I could eat all the fruit I want!
You're completely joking, right?
Why are you saying such cruel things honey?
Was that story a little too dramatic?
I should've known they would fight sooner or later.
Oh don't worry. This wasn't the only time they argued.
Honey!