Lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
I witnessed it.
Someone was bleeding to death.
It's a murder case.
60 DAYS PRIOR TO THE INCIDENT
An honorary chairman, who loved art and nature,
hired a world-renowned architect
to build Hyowon Mansion.
The main building was named Cadenza.
The annex was named Rubato.
This garden is so beautiful in the spring.
Beautiful, isn't it?
Donations to our Single Mothers Foundation have grown a lot since last year.
-That's great. -I'm grateful.
These mothers are so impressive.
They've decided to raise their children single-handedly.
I hope they'll never give up.
They'll have to fight against prejudice.
It won't be easy.
That's why they're impressive. They refuse to take the easy way out.
Do you want to visit the kindergarten?
Of course.
This is my first visit this semester.
Let's see.
It's already been five years since we met and that donation started.
Anyway, I'll drive you home myself today.
Thank you.
Hello?
Yes, I'm looking for a tutor.
It's for my sister-in-law, not me.
Can you vouch for her?
-Let me go! -Let her go!
-Don't do that! -Let me go!
-Damn it. -Don't do that!
-No!
What do you think you're doing?
Please leave.
This is a kindergarten.
We're just doing our job.
Aren't you ashamed in front of children?
You don't want to get in our way.
Let's see what happens.
This is Dawoom Kindergarten.
Some men have broken in, assaulted and threatened us.
Please hurry. They may flee.
This is a school, after all.
They need to learn to be law-abiding.
Her father must've borrowed quite a bit of money.
And she has three younger siblings.
How much is the debt?
Usually, it's never that substantial.
But the poor turn to suicide
or murder because of such small money.
So you want me to hire her as a maid here?
She has no place to stay.
Mother Emma told me that she's very diligent and kind.
If she's that great, why don't you hire her yourself?
I did consider that. After all, she was a kindergarten teacher.
But this is related to Hyowon. I should get permission from you.
You should meet her.
Did you find a tutor for Ha-joon?
Yes. Someone who's perfect.
That day may have been the beginning
of the murder that took place in Cadenza.
There was a strict caste system in that house.
But ever since she came into the picture, everything changed.
The caste system began to collapse.
RÉSUMÉ
EDUCATION EXPERIENCE
THESES
The boy is eight years old.
I see.
And my sister-in-law is his mother.
I'm aware of that.
The lady of Iyeon who recommended you, she and I are pretty close.
I heard you took care of all her children
until they went to boarding school. Am I right?
That's correct.
You have quite a lot of work experience for a 27-year-old.
WORK EXPERIENCE
You were a kindergarten teacher aide for a while.
Yes, ma'am. I'm good with kids.
My youngest sibling is still in elementary school.
And I pretty much raised all three of my siblings.
Oh, no.
Will you be okay living apart from them?
Our new house doesn't have enough rooms, so this is actually for the best.
You'd be perfect for Ha-joon.
I'll talk to my sister-in-law.
I understand, Hi-soo.
How about you work at our house?
I know you're overqualified for the job,
but I really like you.
We have many guests over.
I need a young guide who will tend to them. Someone like a secretary.
If you accept this offer,
I'll exempt you from maid duties.
I'm afraid my sister-in-law has already found a tutor.
-What is it? -Jin-hee is coming.
We were going to talk here, but we'll just go to my study.
Why don't you just go to the annex as planned
and be Ha-joon's tutor.
Yes, ma'am.
I'm sorry, Yu-yeon.
I'm afraid you'll be going to the other house.
I see.
If you have any problems working there, make sure you let me know.
Yes, ma'am.
Ms. Kang.
Yes?
That.
The rain stopped, so I forgot.
It's a limited edition.
It's a knockoff.
It's Louis de Belle.
It was fate
that led these two women down the paths they belonged to.
And this fate was created by God
unbeknownst to mankind.
EPISODE 1 THE STRANGERS
Whether it was heaven or hell,
whether she was an angel or a devil,
they did not know then.
Hello, ma'am.
Are you Ms. Kang Ja-kyeong?
Hello, I'm Seo Hi-soo.
Honey.
You're home early.
Say hello to the new tutor.
Hello, my name is Kang Ja-kyeong.
Please take good care of my son.
I'll do my best.
I'll see you later.
He's a bit shy around strangers.
Please have a seat.
Have some.
I make those often since my son loves them.
It's good.
Ha-joon is a picky eater and he's shy around strangers.
Please look after him.
Okay.
He's a free spirit
and may seem rude, but that's never the case.
I see.
I'll jot down his favorite food, preferences,
and anything significant. Do study them.
I will.
We have a family dinner today.
-Okay. -It's only for the adults,
so please look after him.
Understood.
Hello, my prince.
Mom!
Hello, I'm Oh Soo-young.
So you're Ha-joon.
I hope we get along.
Hello.
Mom, I'm hungry.
I can't let you starve.
Hi-soo, the designer is here.
Please prepare his 4 p.m. snack.
Yes, ma'am.
Let's go upstairs to wash our hands and change.
Okay.
-Just looking at you -Just looking at you
-Is agonizing -Is agonizing
My heart breaks
It's agonizing
I shouldn't be like this
Because of the tears I've shed
-You've found out -You've found out about my love for you
My vulnerable--
I'm feeling so blue today.
So choose something cheerful for me.
Yes, ma'am.
-Give me back-- -Forget it.
What's my next schedule?
After this vocal lesson, you have a workout session at the gym.
-And my husband? -He's in the study.
Give me back
-My youth -My youth
This one.
And this one.
-How's this? -Gorgeous.
I doubt you're allowed to wear such vivid colors.
Maybe, but it's worth the challenge.
-I'll wear this. -Yes, ma'am.
It'll be okay, right?
-Who assigned the seats today? -Hi-soo did.
I did it when it was Mother's birthday.
Then Ji-yong will sit opposite Father, right?
It's a relief. If you sit opposite him, it'll only upset him.
His blood pressure rose.
He's also taking stronger heart medication.
I don't want to sit there either.
And I have high blood pressure too.
I'm here!
-Hey. -Hurry.
Hurry up!
Yes, it should show.
Don't get stressed, sir.
Your blood pressure has gotten higher.
HAN JIN-HO
One of us should muster up the courage to try something new.
Let's be frank. Isn't our dress code too dark?
Why should we only wear achromatic colors?
All revolutions start with the smallest changes.
It's just a dress code, Father. I don't want a revolution.
The appetizer is fried scallop and truffle tart.
The main dishes are lobster ravioli with a Noilly Prat sauce
and Korean beef tenderloin steak.
Please enjoy.
Hello.
Who are you?
I'm Kim Yu-yeon, the new maid, ma'am.
I'm not a ma'am.
But it sure is nice to hear.
Who are you?
-You ate that? -Yes.
It's food. Why shouldn't I?
My goodness. Who is she?
Now that the glasses are filled, let's raise a toast.
Cheers.
This was Kim Mi-ja's favorite wine, wasn't it?
You do know Ha-joon needs to study abroad starting seventh grade, right?
Are you working on it?
It's a good day. Do you want to fight?
Why is it a good day?
Because it's Mi-ja's birthday?
I have to say, I love Chef Jung's choice of steak.
Are you being like that
because Ha-joon isn't your biological son?
That's enough, Jin-hee.
It's best not to ignore the elephant in the room.
Go on. Don't mind me.
Ha-joon is my son.
This is a whole new world.
This isn't the entertainment scene where you used to play.
Would you have been like this had he been yours?
Despite Soo-hyuk being my stepson, I sent him to a foreigner's school
and had him study abroad in seventh grade like he was supposed to.
So that's not the heart of the matter.
Picking a fight like that won't change anyone's mind.
There you go again.
I can't let that little boy live abroad
without his mother.
I don't think anything he learns in loneliness
will be of any worth.
Soo-hyuk and Ha-joon are destined to live differently from ordinary people.
Your emotional approach to this
won't benefit his future.
Teach him lacrosse beforehand
and have him study abroad in seventh grade.
I'll take care
of this matter.
Please let me do that.
He's my son.
Doesn't "Winter, Third Movement"
really sound like everything is freezing?
Do you know what happens when ice melts?
It becomes liquid water.
Spring comes, Father.
Exactly. You are indeed incredible, Hi-soo.
Let's look forward to our own springtime to come
and raise another toast.
All right. Cheers.
Today, I have decided to bid
my last farewell to her.
This is the last time we'll celebrate her birthday.
Also, I will be gifting someone today
with something very important.
Come here.
I recently won the bid for this at Christie's auction house in New York.
It's a blue diamond.
Today, I will give this blue diamond--
Sir.
-Sir! -Sir!
Father!
-Sir! -Father!
Father!
-Sir! -Oh, no!
-Call the doctor! -Give me my phone.
What should we do?
I have loved
someone I shouldn't have loved
Because loving her
is an act of sin
Goodness.
Look at this mess after hiring a management expert.
I told you that the bastard had a nasty face.
That bastard. How much did he embezzle?
Did you stop the reporters?
It's too late. People are already searching
"Johyang Construction's illegal bid" online.
HYOWON-JOHYANG'S ILLEGAL BID
Under the current law, the CEO will be punished,
not Chairman Han.
However…
he may not wake up anytime soon.
I advise that you immediately appoint
a temporary president.
Let's do this step by step.
I'd like to speak with Legal and Accounting.
Yes, sir.
Flowers are forbidden in the hospital,
so why did she do that?
He isn't Snow White.
Why does he need to be surrounded by flowers in bed?
They're probably for the visitors to see.
How typical of her.
He's going to suffocate in the scent.
Where should I keep these?
Give them to me.
I'm sorry, ma'am, but the chairman will scold me.
Then what are you going to do?
Shove them down his mouth or something?
-I'm sorry. -You little bastard.
Give them to me.
Mom, don't do this.
You can't be like that at a time like this.
Put them in his hospital safe under his lawyer's supervision.
They have security cameras. Happy?
Yes, sir.
That crazy geezer.
I'm sure of it.
He was going to give that necklace to Hi-soo.
Why? She doesn't deserve that.
Because it's that bitch, Kim Mi-ja's birthday today.
He wanted to give it to Ji-yong's mother for her birthday, but she's dead,
so he chose her daughter-in-law?
Be quiet.
You're only allowed
to call Mi-ja your father's mistress.
I'm Ji-yong's mother.
That's not something you can change.
-There's no point in being stubborn. -I don't care.
Goodness.
I told you not to raise the volume this high.
Do you know Woo?
-Woo? -Or how about
Rugi and Just One?
Can you invite these rappers to my next birthday party?
Are they your favorite rappers?
Yes. They're awesome.
But you know what? Dad will get upset if he finds out you listen to hip-hop.
Here, you must listen to classical music first.
-You know that. -He already knows.
He does? And he didn't get mad?
No, he didn't.
"You're just like your mom." That's what he said.
Yes, doctor.
Please keep an eye on him.
Thank you.
Don't you miss your late mother?
It's her birthday today.
I'm sure she was happy because Father loved her dearly.
So what?
She lived in hiding all her life.
What was Ha-joon's…
birth mother like?
Why are you asking about someone who passed away?
Our eight-year-old son listens to hip-hop
and prefers guitar to violin.
Does he take after me
or…
his birth mother?
I heard you told him
that he was just like his mom.
I was talking about you.
Okay. That's what you meant, right?
Fine. I won't ask anymore.
I shouldn't have asked.
But do understand.
You have no idea how it feels to have an inferiority complex as a stepmom.
She was so suspicious.
Ms. Joo.
Why do you think the chairman collapsed as soon as he drank that wine?
Are you insinuating that the tutor
poisoned his wine?
That's not entirely impossible.
Cut the nonsense.
Put the wine bottles back.
LOTTERY 500 MILLION WON
Nothing again.
Read through the illegal bid report again at work tomorrow.
Find out who stamped it last.
Ji-yong will take care of everything.
Even if he's most likely to become the next president,
you should at least take up the role of a helper rather than a loser.
Or you could even try to turn the tide.
What is this? What the hell are you doing?
What did I tell you?
I told you to throw away those bottles!
So why would you re-store them?
Why? Why won't you listen to me?
That was that bitch, Mi-ja's favorite wine!
Check if she's hurt and take her to the hospital.
Yes, sir.
Hey! Have you even been training them properly?
Mother, that's enough.
Your voice is being recorded right now.
What?
So why would you re-store them?
Why? Why won't you listen to me?
That was…
You bastard! Why is that pigeon flying around here?
Who said you could let a bird fly in here?
-You're upsetting No-deok! -I'm so sorry.
-Take better care of this house! -Stand up.
Hey!
Why did you do it?
As you know, Ms. Yang tends to speak very fast.
I only recorded her so I could hear it again.
Please spare me.
Of course. I'll do that.
If you go to Mr. Oh in Insa-dong,
he'll pay you in cash for this. It's four carats.
This used to be English actress Demi Rogers' wedding ring.
You'll easily get 800 million won.
Ma'am, this is too much.
-Isn't this what you wanted? -Ma'am.
You should also check the contract for Tregon Pella,
the house in Gangnam that my father gave you.
Aren't you supposed to
never disclose any secrets that occur under our roof?
This is a breach of contract, Ms. Joo.
-I'm sorry. -I'm afraid
you'll have to return the house.
Please forgive me this once. This won't ever happen again.
Hand over all the files to me.
Of course.
SELECT VOICE RECORDING
Wait.
Are you…
trying to cut a deal with me?
I'll tell them
that it was Ju-hee.
Thank you, ma'am.
What should I do?
Damn it.
I've lost 650 million won.
I've deleted all the files, and everything has been solved.
So that bitch, Ju-hee, did it?
I knew it. No wonder she got on my nerves.
I caught her well.
I'm such a good judge of character.
By the way, is Ms. Joo even training them properly?
-Mother. -What?
Please refrain from acting that way in front of the maids.
What did you say?
Do you still love Father?
I bet
he still loves Mi-ja.
He yearns for her more now that she's dead.
When your rival is a dead bitch, it's hard to stay sane.
-Why do you ask? -Good night.
I'll drop you off instead of Soo-young today.
She threw wine bottles?
What if someone got hurt?
Why won't she and Jin-hee see a therapist?
Those who really need to never see a therapist voluntarily.
Only their victims do.
Wearing a mask when going out
and mistreating their maids inside the house? That's so cheap.
That's just cowardly selective temper tantrums.
It's so animalistic. They're two-faced and cowardly.
She'll be better when Soo-hyuk's here.
She'll have to save face in front of her grandson.
This is so unfair. I just did what Ms. Joo told me to do.
Ju-hee, forget everything.
You'll be handsomely compensated.
Just don't tell anyone about this,
or you'll have to return everything.
I don't care about the money.
What? Then what is it?
Why must I get fired?
It's such a fun place. There are so many perks and spectacles.
It's so dynamic.
And the young master is flying in soon.
I really wanted to see him.
I want to kill that darned hag!
I just did what I was told to do!
Poor girl.
Did you not sleep well?
No, ma'am. I have yet to adjust myself to this place.
If a worker looks unhappy,
our guests will assume that this place has
a poor work environment.
So make sure you get enough sleep even if you must take medication.
-Yes, ma'am. -All right.
Let me brief you on your duties.
You will serve and guide the guests who visit Cadenza.
Cleaning the 1st floor guest room, the 2nd floor stairs,
and the young master's room is also your job.
-Do you remember that? -Yes.
-The young master is coming today. -Young master?
Look.
Mr. Chairman and Mr. Han. Ms. Yang and Ms. Jung.
And Mr. Han's son, who's flying in today,
should be addressed as "young master."
-"Young master"? -Why are you laughing?
I just find it funny that such things still exist in this day and age.
Hey!
This is another world.
It's different from the world you've lived in.
They're the employers, and we're the employees.
We keep it strict.
You should know your place,
or you'll get hurt.
Yes, ma'am. I'll keep that in mind, Ms. Joo.
No-deok.
It's time to eat.
Goodness, my lovely No-deok. Eat up.
No-deok. Eat this.
CURRENT SHARE OWNERSHIP
If a similar number of small shareholders attend the general meeting,
we must at least acquire 35 percent of shares.
Jin-ho, support me.
I'm more competent than you.
Were you going to help Ji-yong?
I may not have what it takes, but Soo-hyuk does.
He should take over.
That kid is only 26 years old.
When will he climb the ladder starting from a regular employee?
I'll hand over my crown to him when it's time.
-Happy? -How can I trust you?
Then will you give it to Ji-yong?
Did you forget that he has a son too?
You know how much Father dotes on Hi-soo.
I'm stuck.
Me too.
Welcome back.
Go up. Your room is as it was.
Okay.
I must be insane.
Ms. Ko, you should always be meticulous.
Yes, ma'am.
Ms. Kim.
Yes, ma'am?
Have you greeted Ms. Yang yet?
No, ma'am. I wasn't told to just yet.
-Politely introduce yourself to her. -Yes, ma'am.
She doesn't like loud voices.
-Understood. -Ms. Kim.
I see.
Ms. Ko.
Goodness. Yes. I'm glad you're back.
Of course. Grandpa is ill.
Hello, my name is Kim Yu-yeon.
Ms. Jung told me to introduce myself to you.
How dare you come here
when I didn't even call for you?
You should only come in here to clean when I'm away.
What an impudent bitch.
Leave this room immediately.
Yes, ma'am.
Goodness.
You're so handsome.
Father is in the hospital.
I don't know if we should be having a family dinner.
But the eldest grandson of Hyowon is back,
so a dinner is a must.
Seo-hyun knows everything about manners. I'm sure she's prepared well.
Right. Do you like the new tutor?
I need some time to determine that.
I hope this tutor stays around for a long time.
I feel the same way.
Anyway, you should treat her well.
Don't make it seem like a power trip.
That's ridiculous.
I mean, just be friendly so that she won't misunderstand.
You're only kind to me.
Fine. I'll try.
Mother, why don't you say grace for us?
No, let's just eat.
I'm not going to say grace.
I'm considering converting to Buddhism.
I don't want to meet my husband in heaven.
Do you think you'll go to heaven?
Where do you get the courage to be that cheeky?
From Soo-hyuk and Ha-joon, of course.
You don't get angry or yell
in front of them.
Did you visit your grandpa
-at the hospital? -Yes.
I visited as soon as I landed.
I also spoke with the doctor.
You should intern at our company before getting your MBA.
Why aren't you answering me?
Is there something you want to do?
It's not like I have any choice.
My fate is already determined here.
Just like I had to study abroad when I didn't want to.
I'm thinking about having Soo-hyuk get married soon…
to the eldest granddaughter of Chairman Roh of Yeongwon.
I met her at the wedding of Seogwang Group's daughter,
and she was a fine, young girl.
His opinion matters the most. Do you like her?
Well…
I'm not sure.
I don't think I know how it feels to have feelings for someone.
That's not right.
You've never met a girl who made your heart throb?
So you're saying that the young master's biological mom
left home when he was ten?
Yes, I'm telling you.
His father used to be an alcoholic.
He'd always break things and use violent language when drunk.
But he quit drinking
thanks to Ms. Jung and has become a decent human.
Why is he so obedient to her?
Because her family is filthy rich. She's a born aristocrat.
He knows he shouldn't upset her.
By the way, why do you think she married such a dumb guy?
On top of that, he's a divorcee with a kid.
When the wealthy get married, it's not about love.
It's a business transaction out of their love for money.
That being said, Ms. Jung and Ms. Seo are some incredible women.
They're both raising stepsons.
It's all thanks to Chairman Han.
Even Mr. Han Ji-yong was born out of wedlock.
Really?
Poor people. All of them.
They're done eating.
Let's go.
Stop.
That designer dish costs 1.5 million won each.
Goodbye to the Hermès.
-Hey, you'll get hurt. -Do you want to die?
Farewell 2.4 million won.
-You-- -I told you not to lie!
That's a cultural asset by Seo Chun-hwa.
Who's the bitch
you secretly called on the balcony?
God damn it!
I'm the manager of a tennis club. I told you many times!
What are you doing?
I'll make sure to replace them.
I only threw the ones I could purchase. Don't worry.
You're not welcome here anymore.
How dare you break things in my house?
I will no longer condone your and Mother's actions.
If word gets out,
Hyowon's reputation will be tainted.
That isn't what you're worried about.
It's your reputation.
Watch what you say. I am your elder.
Isn't it heavy wearing a mask all the time?
Isn't it embarrassing to show your true, naked face?
Father is ill. We shouldn't fight like this.
And Jin-hee, I think you should talk to someone.
What?
You're getting cute nowadays.
And how can I trust a psychiatrist and be honest with them?
Will you take responsibility if word spreads?
Not a psychiatrist.
I'll introduce you to a trustworthy counselor.
Just meet her once. I'll tell her--
No, I don't want to. I can't trust her either.
I refuse to trust anyone!
Don't, then.
If you want to come here, come when I'm away.
Let's go.
She vehemently refuses to get a divorce.
Isn't she twisted? Does she just want to torment me?
I'll have a word with her.
Try not to approach this matter so emotionally.
Listen, Jung-do--
Ji-yong--
Hold on.
Excuse me.
Dad, I have a stomachache.
Mom isn't picking up.
-Is it very painful? -I think he has an upset stomach.
Ha-joon, are you okay?
He had an upset stomach,
so I pricked his finger.
Please don't do that again.
He has his own doctor.
-Are you okay? -Yes.
I'm all better now.
I apologize. I was too hasty.
Don't mind him. He's never gotten his fingers pricked.
You may leave.
Yes, ma'am.
-Hold on. -What is it?
You're completely healed now.
PHOTOS
Hi-soo, it's me.
The trustworthy counselor you mentioned today,
I'd like to meet with her.
It's for me. Yes.
I need some mental guidance.
You do?
Who is it? You said it wasn't a doctor.
You already know her. It's Mother Emma.
-Mother. -Yes?
This family is strange.
Hey, you should hang in there.
Every rich family is strange.
I thought the wealthy had neither worries nor rage.
I guess I was wrong.
They're living in hell.
-Sorry? -They're never satisfied,
so they're always hungry for more.
Their endless greed threw them into hell.
But how do you know rich families so well?
Me?
I know them very well.
Why are you here at this hour?
I couldn't sleep.
I thought walking around might help.
But I lost my way back.
I'm sorry. I dropped it while dozing off.
I mean, I dropped this hair tie while leaning slightly on your bed.
Do you sleep well in my room?
You said you only leaned on my bed and fell asleep.
Why don't we switch rooms?
It'd be fun.
What are you doing?
I went to the laundry room.
The maids had put this dress aside to dry-clean, and it looked so gorgeous.
That's mine.
I'm sorry, ma'am.
It was so beautiful, so I just wanted to try it on.
I'll put it back.
Ms. Kang.
Yes, ma'am?
I thought everyone was fast asleep.
I'm sorry, ma'am.
I promise never to lay my hands on what is yours.
Good.
To avoid misunderstandings.
You should go to bed now.
Does anyone deserve to die?
One thing is certain.
This person deserved to die…
in someone's eyes.
SPECIAL THANKS TO HONG SONG-WON
Did you run a background check on that new tutor?
She is a bit peculiar.
I scheduled dinner with the girl
who's going to marry Soo-hyuk.
I should get them engaged first.
Let me sleep here.
There are people who are out to get us. You must behave.
Don't look down on me!
I think it's Jin-hee.
If you want to cover it up, you must give me something big.
Is there anything I can do for you?
Subtitle translation by: Soo-ji Kim