1 00:00:00,023 --> 00:00:08,430 CHIEF OF STAFF 2 2 00:00:10,366 --> 00:00:12,785 THIS DRAMA IS PURELY FICTIONAL AND IS NOT ASSOCIATED WITH 3 00:00:12,876 --> 00:00:15,295 ACTUAL PEOPLE, PARTIES, LOCATIONS, CORPORATIONS OR INCIDENTS 4 00:00:16,037 --> 00:00:18,164 Hide between the bushes 5 00:00:18,497 --> 00:00:20,041 and silence your breathing. 6 00:00:23,711 --> 00:00:25,171 Discard all emotions. 7 00:00:27,840 --> 00:00:29,133 Do not be wavered. 8 00:00:29,383 --> 00:00:30,801 If you 9 00:00:30,885 --> 00:00:34,138 are connected to this case in any way, 10 00:00:34,222 --> 00:00:35,598 I can never forgive you. 11 00:00:37,141 --> 00:00:38,226 You must wait. 12 00:00:38,726 --> 00:00:40,019 Why you little... 13 00:00:40,978 --> 00:00:42,563 -Sir! -Don't stop me! 14 00:00:42,647 --> 00:00:45,191 -Sir, you'll injure yourself. -Get out of my way! 15 00:00:45,942 --> 00:00:46,776 Imbeciles! 16 00:00:49,570 --> 00:00:52,198 Until your opponent reveals their weakness. 17 00:01:04,460 --> 00:01:05,336 And 18 00:01:06,087 --> 00:01:07,797 until they're on the verge of spitting venom. 19 00:01:19,684 --> 00:01:24,814 EPISODE 2: POISONOUS FANG 20 00:01:28,192 --> 00:01:29,443 What happened? 21 00:01:29,527 --> 00:01:32,905 A few members of the Supreme Council must've changed sides at the last second. 22 00:01:33,489 --> 00:01:35,408 Is that your way of saying it was out your hands? 23 00:01:36,450 --> 00:01:37,660 I apologize. 24 00:01:37,743 --> 00:01:39,662 If you couldn't persuade them, 25 00:01:39,745 --> 00:01:42,039 you should've tried to threaten them. 26 00:01:42,123 --> 00:01:45,209 Are you done getting your hands dirty now that you have a badge? 27 00:01:45,751 --> 00:01:46,627 Never, sir. 28 00:01:46,711 --> 00:01:47,878 Jo Gap-yeong will use 29 00:01:47,962 --> 00:01:51,549 the legislative election nomination as leverage to put his people 30 00:01:51,632 --> 00:01:53,676 in the prosecutors' office. 31 00:01:53,884 --> 00:01:57,138 Do you still think you could secure the Chief Prosecutor position? 32 00:01:58,222 --> 00:01:59,140 I think it'll be best 33 00:02:00,182 --> 00:02:02,268 to postpone any new appointments. 34 00:02:02,393 --> 00:02:04,645 You will only be met with backlash and resistance. 35 00:02:04,729 --> 00:02:07,815 No can do. Just go forward with it. 36 00:02:07,898 --> 00:02:09,817 I don't care what the others say. 37 00:02:09,900 --> 00:02:11,444 The Minister of Justice has jurisdiction 38 00:02:11,527 --> 00:02:13,320 over appointments in the prosecutor's office. 39 00:02:13,404 --> 00:02:15,656 I'll take command of the office before people talk 40 00:02:15,740 --> 00:02:17,575 and shut them up for good. 41 00:02:18,409 --> 00:02:21,871 Still, you can't ignore the concerns of the Ethics Committee. 42 00:02:24,457 --> 00:02:25,374 MR. LEE CHANG-JIN 43 00:02:25,458 --> 00:02:28,044 Why is this degenerate always calling me? 44 00:02:29,420 --> 00:02:32,006 One more thing. It's about Assemblywoman Kang. 45 00:02:32,089 --> 00:02:33,966 I hear she's interested in the bill 46 00:02:34,050 --> 00:02:36,218 that the late Lee Seong-min was trying to have passed. 47 00:02:36,302 --> 00:02:37,803 What's that about? 48 00:02:37,887 --> 00:02:40,264 It's a bill for improved labor environment. 49 00:02:47,354 --> 00:02:49,356 Crying over spilled milk now, isn't she? 50 00:02:50,191 --> 00:02:51,358 This woman! 51 00:02:52,401 --> 00:02:54,862 She's good at finding trouble for herself, I give her that. 52 00:02:54,945 --> 00:02:58,324 Anyway, Lee Chang-jin has been barking about it. 53 00:02:58,574 --> 00:02:59,867 I want the issue resolved. 54 00:03:02,828 --> 00:03:04,830 The dung may stink now, 55 00:03:04,955 --> 00:03:08,918 but take it as the price you pay for the fertilizer that blooms your heart. 56 00:03:09,001 --> 00:03:10,503 Got it? 57 00:03:13,214 --> 00:03:14,215 You should be busy. Go on. 58 00:03:16,092 --> 00:03:17,134 Yes, sir. 59 00:03:23,891 --> 00:03:26,060 OFFICE OF THE MINISTER OF JUSTICE 60 00:03:32,858 --> 00:03:35,069 JO GAP-YEONG EMPHASIZES ON PROSECUTION REFORM 61 00:03:35,820 --> 00:03:38,864 REPORTER KIM SEUNG-U 62 00:03:53,629 --> 00:03:55,131 Jong-uk, it's me. 63 00:03:58,676 --> 00:04:01,011 Do you know Kim Seung-u of Dodam Daily? 64 00:04:03,222 --> 00:04:04,181 Hye-won, hi. 65 00:04:04,849 --> 00:04:06,016 Seung-u? 66 00:04:06,392 --> 00:04:08,727 Thanks for the article. It scored some points with my bosses. 67 00:04:08,811 --> 00:04:11,397 There's no need to thank me. You wrote a good story. 68 00:04:13,107 --> 00:04:16,527 I was worried when you gave up journalism to work as a chief of staff. 69 00:04:17,153 --> 00:04:18,487 I had no idea it would help me. 70 00:04:19,238 --> 00:04:20,781 You're not the only one. 71 00:04:21,240 --> 00:04:23,492 I'm receiving help too, and I need that. 72 00:04:24,660 --> 00:04:25,703 Then let me ask you this. 73 00:04:25,786 --> 00:04:28,372 I hear that the PRC is striking the Ministry of Justice. 74 00:04:28,456 --> 00:04:30,791 What's the ammunition? How about a heads up? 75 00:04:31,584 --> 00:04:34,128 You know I can't tell you even if I did know. 76 00:04:35,212 --> 00:04:37,465 Even between us? Come on. 77 00:04:38,007 --> 00:04:40,134 Once I know, you'll be the first one I call. 78 00:04:41,594 --> 00:04:44,180 You're really a proper chief of staff now. 79 00:04:45,431 --> 00:04:47,558 Anyway, about Assemblyman Jang. 80 00:04:48,225 --> 00:04:51,103 Does he really have nothing to do with Lee Seong-min's campaign slush fund? 81 00:04:52,646 --> 00:04:53,939 What do you mean? 82 00:04:54,148 --> 00:04:56,317 Rumors are flying among the reporters. 83 00:04:56,400 --> 00:04:58,777 Jang Tae-jun was in Lee Seong-min's campaign. 84 00:04:58,861 --> 00:05:01,655 Mr. Jang managed the fund, 85 00:05:01,739 --> 00:05:03,699 so it's hard to think he didn't know. 86 00:05:05,117 --> 00:05:07,786 I'm sure you're aware of this, but he left the campaign 87 00:05:07,870 --> 00:05:09,455 before Mr. Lee received the money. 88 00:05:10,206 --> 00:05:11,582 I know, 89 00:05:11,665 --> 00:05:12,917 but you know how reporters are. 90 00:05:13,000 --> 00:05:14,960 I'm just giving you a heads up. 91 00:05:19,465 --> 00:05:21,050 Anyway, we'll get coffee sometime. 92 00:05:21,592 --> 00:05:23,052 Yes, it's me. 93 00:05:35,689 --> 00:05:38,442 The last person Mr. Go met before he died 94 00:05:39,610 --> 00:05:40,945 was Jang Tae-jun. 95 00:05:54,792 --> 00:05:56,543 Where did you get this footage? 96 00:05:56,919 --> 00:05:59,505 I heard that the prosecution confiscated all evidence. 97 00:05:59,588 --> 00:06:02,341 The footage is from the Facilities Corporation. 98 00:06:02,424 --> 00:06:05,386 They manage the security cameras in the park as well. 99 00:06:05,511 --> 00:06:07,471 The prosecution must not have thought of it. 100 00:06:08,264 --> 00:06:10,724 Is that all the lead detective said? 101 00:06:10,808 --> 00:06:12,101 Yes. 102 00:06:13,102 --> 00:06:15,980 He couldn't say more because of the prosecution though. 103 00:06:16,522 --> 00:06:18,816 Burying the case by giving orders to the prosecution 104 00:06:18,899 --> 00:06:20,609 and shutting the police up has to be-- 105 00:06:20,693 --> 00:06:22,611 Minister Song. 106 00:06:22,861 --> 00:06:25,781 How about asking for Assemblyman Jo's help on this case? 107 00:06:26,198 --> 00:06:28,826 He is good friends with Seo Yeong-cheol. 108 00:06:30,703 --> 00:06:31,579 It won't work. 109 00:06:32,496 --> 00:06:34,248 As long as Mr. Song holds power over them, 110 00:06:34,999 --> 00:06:37,835 Mr. Seo will have to follow Minister Song's orders. 111 00:06:38,586 --> 00:06:43,841 Then your next option is to talk to Jang Tae-jun. 112 00:06:44,550 --> 00:06:46,427 Right now, Mr. Jang is also 113 00:06:46,510 --> 00:06:49,054 a prime suspect in Mr. Go's case. 114 00:07:12,578 --> 00:07:14,580 Rumors are flying among the reporters. 115 00:07:14,663 --> 00:07:17,708 Jang Tae-jun was in Lee Seong-min's campaign. 116 00:07:21,378 --> 00:07:23,547 -Hello. -Good morning. 117 00:07:29,887 --> 00:07:30,888 Sir, 118 00:07:32,181 --> 00:07:33,474 Assemblyman Jo sent over a list 119 00:07:33,557 --> 00:07:35,517 of candidates for chief of the Prosecutors' Office. 120 00:07:35,601 --> 00:07:37,519 RECOMMENDED CANDIDATES FOR CHIEF PROSECUTOR 121 00:07:38,312 --> 00:07:39,855 They're all his people. 122 00:07:39,938 --> 00:07:41,106 Right. 123 00:07:41,398 --> 00:07:44,068 I think he's planning announce the recommended candidates 124 00:07:44,151 --> 00:07:46,570 during the Prosecution Reform Committee press conference. 125 00:07:47,529 --> 00:07:50,157 Send his office a copy of the press release. 126 00:07:50,991 --> 00:07:52,117 Yes, sir. 127 00:07:53,327 --> 00:07:54,620 Sir, 128 00:07:57,122 --> 00:08:00,793 the reporters are asking around about Lee Seong-min's campaign fund. 129 00:08:01,877 --> 00:08:03,837 They're trying to tie you to it. 130 00:08:03,921 --> 00:08:06,965 Could Mr. Song have found out? 131 00:08:09,385 --> 00:08:10,928 No, not yet. 132 00:08:11,970 --> 00:08:14,264 Look into where the leak came from. 133 00:08:15,307 --> 00:08:16,225 Yes, sir. 134 00:08:21,230 --> 00:08:22,189 Sir. 135 00:08:32,366 --> 00:08:35,369 Could I have a word, Mr. Jang? 136 00:08:36,036 --> 00:08:38,247 JANG TAE-JUN 137 00:08:42,584 --> 00:08:43,669 Could you excuse us? 138 00:09:02,187 --> 00:09:03,480 Have a seat. 139 00:09:04,523 --> 00:09:05,733 The day before Mr. Go died, 140 00:09:06,233 --> 00:09:07,484 did you 141 00:09:08,318 --> 00:09:09,278 meet with him? 142 00:09:10,779 --> 00:09:11,989 Tell me. 143 00:09:12,489 --> 00:09:13,407 Did you meet him? 144 00:09:14,616 --> 00:09:15,492 Yes, 145 00:09:16,243 --> 00:09:17,494 -I did. -Did you know 146 00:09:17,578 --> 00:09:20,706 that Mr. Go had the FIU file in his hands? 147 00:09:21,749 --> 00:09:23,041 I did. 148 00:09:25,169 --> 00:09:27,921 -Why didn't you tell me? -Because you'll look at me that way. 149 00:09:29,757 --> 00:09:32,676 -What? -You think I killed Seok-man. 150 00:09:36,221 --> 00:09:38,182 Tell me what happened that day. 151 00:09:48,442 --> 00:09:50,360 Do you not see what you've become? 152 00:09:50,694 --> 00:09:53,322 You look like a corrupt, backstabbing jerk. 153 00:09:55,449 --> 00:09:57,493 -Get a grip on yourself! -Seok-man. 154 00:09:58,118 --> 00:09:59,203 Let go of me. 155 00:10:01,580 --> 00:10:03,332 Seok-man. 156 00:10:04,833 --> 00:10:05,834 Seok-man! 157 00:10:14,384 --> 00:10:15,427 Are you insane? 158 00:10:15,928 --> 00:10:17,471 What are you doing? 159 00:10:17,846 --> 00:10:19,473 I'll take care of it, so leave it with me. 160 00:10:19,556 --> 00:10:21,099 -Tae-jun! -Okay, fine. 161 00:10:21,183 --> 00:10:24,728 Seobuk Market vendors, Assemblyman Lee, Seon-yeong, and you. 162 00:10:25,187 --> 00:10:26,647 I haven't done right by any of you. 163 00:10:26,730 --> 00:10:28,649 But I'll make everything normal again. Soon! 164 00:10:28,732 --> 00:10:31,193 Enough with your excuses. Your greed took over you, 165 00:10:31,443 --> 00:10:33,529 and I won't let it happen to me. 166 00:10:34,154 --> 00:10:36,031 Seok-man! 167 00:10:37,032 --> 00:10:38,242 Seok-man... 168 00:10:41,286 --> 00:10:42,329 Seok-man! 169 00:10:43,914 --> 00:10:45,165 Seok-man. 170 00:10:45,874 --> 00:10:46,917 Get out. 171 00:10:48,377 --> 00:10:50,420 Seok-man! 172 00:11:00,806 --> 00:11:01,765 If it weren't you, 173 00:11:02,933 --> 00:11:04,977 -then who was it? -Those who were afraid of 174 00:11:05,060 --> 00:11:06,728 the FIU file coming out. 175 00:11:06,812 --> 00:11:07,980 Song Hui-seop, Lee Chang-jin, 176 00:11:08,063 --> 00:11:10,399 Chairman Sung of Youngil Group, of Samil Association. 177 00:11:10,482 --> 00:11:12,109 Who knows? It could be all of them. 178 00:11:13,694 --> 00:11:14,778 And... 179 00:11:15,529 --> 00:11:16,822 even you. 180 00:11:18,198 --> 00:11:19,950 Had that file been released, 181 00:11:20,701 --> 00:11:22,452 your position here wouldn't have existed. 182 00:11:36,592 --> 00:11:38,176 Facilities Corporation? 183 00:11:38,260 --> 00:11:39,761 -So this is... -Hold on. 184 00:11:47,477 --> 00:11:49,646 Why is she pacing again? 185 00:11:49,730 --> 00:11:51,231 Walking is the best exercise 186 00:11:51,315 --> 00:11:53,025 for postpartum swelling, apparently. 187 00:11:55,193 --> 00:11:58,947 Good. The bill seems sorted out enough. 188 00:11:59,031 --> 00:12:00,282 Good job, everyone. 189 00:12:03,327 --> 00:12:05,746 Are you happy? Well, don't be. It's too early for that. 190 00:12:05,829 --> 00:12:09,875 Having the bill get passed is another uphill battle. 191 00:12:09,958 --> 00:12:12,919 We need it to be something that'll force the assemblymen to pass. 192 00:12:13,003 --> 00:12:16,006 Let's make it a public issue, and let the public say that they need 193 00:12:16,089 --> 00:12:17,174 this bill to go through too. 194 00:12:18,050 --> 00:12:19,259 All right. 195 00:12:20,052 --> 00:12:21,428 Shoot me some ideas. 196 00:12:22,888 --> 00:12:24,139 Yes, ideas... 197 00:12:28,852 --> 00:12:30,604 According to the opinion poll, 198 00:12:31,355 --> 00:12:34,024 those who knew about cases of big industrial accidents in Korea 199 00:12:34,107 --> 00:12:35,525 were more accepting of the bill. 200 00:12:35,609 --> 00:12:37,277 Industrial accidents? 201 00:12:38,528 --> 00:12:40,238 We should search for a case 202 00:12:40,322 --> 00:12:41,823 where the bill could rule in its favor. 203 00:12:41,907 --> 00:12:43,283 Have you come across any? 204 00:12:44,201 --> 00:12:45,077 Joojin Chemical. 205 00:12:46,078 --> 00:12:47,871 -Joojin Chemical? -Yes. 206 00:12:52,459 --> 00:12:54,753 Employees of Joojin Chemical filed for the death of laborers 207 00:12:55,212 --> 00:12:57,464 who were exposed to toxic chemicals seven years ago. 208 00:12:57,547 --> 00:13:00,467 The employees claimed that the company knew of its toxicity 209 00:13:00,550 --> 00:13:02,177 but hid the fact. 210 00:13:02,260 --> 00:13:04,554 However, the case was closed for no charges were found. 211 00:13:07,683 --> 00:13:09,976 -Hello. -Hello. 212 00:13:15,565 --> 00:13:17,526 I like the idea, but the case is too old. 213 00:13:17,609 --> 00:13:19,277 Find something more recent. 214 00:13:19,361 --> 00:13:20,779 An ongoing one is the best. 215 00:13:21,613 --> 00:13:23,115 -I'll look into it. -Okay. 216 00:13:23,824 --> 00:13:26,827 Find me articles that'll help pass this bill. 217 00:13:27,327 --> 00:13:29,371 Find something useful, and we'll discuss it. 218 00:13:30,038 --> 00:13:31,206 -Sure. -Yes, ma'am. 219 00:13:32,499 --> 00:13:34,292 The Entrepreneurs' Association material? 220 00:13:36,044 --> 00:13:37,337 Here it is. 221 00:13:37,629 --> 00:13:39,131 She needs to leave soon, so get ready. 222 00:13:39,214 --> 00:13:40,424 Yes, ma'am. 223 00:13:41,299 --> 00:13:42,718 JANG TAE-JUN 224 00:13:52,019 --> 00:13:53,311 Sir, 225 00:13:53,812 --> 00:13:55,939 I think Assemblywoman Kang has the CCTV footage. 226 00:13:56,023 --> 00:13:58,984 Lee Ji-eun stopped by the Facilities Corporation. 227 00:14:00,444 --> 00:14:01,987 Once that footage is released, 228 00:14:02,070 --> 00:14:03,780 you will become a prime suspect. 229 00:14:04,531 --> 00:14:06,950 Unless you stop Ms. Kang, all your plans 230 00:14:07,451 --> 00:14:08,410 will go awry. 231 00:14:08,535 --> 00:14:11,455 -Let's focus on our next goal for now. -But sir-- 232 00:14:11,538 --> 00:14:14,791 Minister Song is moving forward with his appointments. 233 00:14:14,875 --> 00:14:16,960 He will announce it next week. We must move fast. 234 00:14:17,044 --> 00:14:19,504 Isn't it too soon? We're not ready-- 235 00:14:19,588 --> 00:14:23,175 When Minister Song takes command is when everything goes down. 236 00:14:24,968 --> 00:14:26,094 Just be ready. 237 00:14:36,855 --> 00:14:39,066 Did you talk to Assemblyman Jang? 238 00:14:41,693 --> 00:14:43,070 I doubt he'll easily admit it. 239 00:14:43,820 --> 00:14:44,696 Ma'am, 240 00:14:45,072 --> 00:14:46,656 you should release the CCTV footage. 241 00:14:46,948 --> 00:14:48,992 Then the investigation will be reopened. 242 00:14:57,292 --> 00:14:58,627 You don't have to trust me. 243 00:14:58,710 --> 00:15:01,004 I can't prove it to you right now anyway. However, 244 00:15:01,505 --> 00:15:05,717 you won't be able to uncover anything while Minister Song is in office. 245 00:15:08,095 --> 00:15:10,430 No, releasing the footage won't do any good 246 00:15:10,514 --> 00:15:13,225 while Minister Song is still in office. 247 00:15:18,396 --> 00:15:19,815 How is the bill coming along? 248 00:15:19,898 --> 00:15:22,400 Mr. Han suggested a fine idea. 249 00:15:22,651 --> 00:15:25,362 Seven years ago at Joojin Chemicals, there was an industrial accident 250 00:15:25,445 --> 00:15:27,405 where laborers were exposed to toxic chemicals. 251 00:15:27,489 --> 00:15:31,118 Once we attach the related story, the bill will be ready for announcement. 252 00:15:31,201 --> 00:15:34,037 Mr. Lee Chang-jin is very invested in this bill. 253 00:15:34,121 --> 00:15:36,915 If Joojin Chemical is involved, he'll fight us. 254 00:15:36,998 --> 00:15:39,501 Thoroughly research all the related material 255 00:15:39,584 --> 00:15:41,002 so that he can't refute it. 256 00:15:41,837 --> 00:15:43,130 Yes, ma'am. 257 00:15:44,297 --> 00:15:45,465 This is the file regarding 258 00:15:45,549 --> 00:15:47,384 the Entrepreneurs' Association's public hearing. 259 00:15:48,218 --> 00:15:49,845 I hope that the association backs you up. 260 00:15:50,762 --> 00:15:52,389 I'll have to be persuasive. 261 00:15:56,601 --> 00:15:58,228 Yes, I got it. 262 00:15:58,311 --> 00:15:59,479 She's ready to move. 263 00:16:00,897 --> 00:16:02,774 Entrepreneurs' Association just called. 264 00:16:02,858 --> 00:16:04,484 You aren't needed at the public hearing. 265 00:16:06,862 --> 00:16:07,904 Has it been canceled? 266 00:16:07,988 --> 00:16:11,199 No, the hearing will commence as scheduled. 267 00:16:11,283 --> 00:16:12,242 I wasn't given a reason. 268 00:16:12,367 --> 00:16:14,452 They just said you'll put them in an awkward situation. 269 00:16:14,536 --> 00:16:17,205 They canceled all other events and meetings as well. 270 00:16:17,914 --> 00:16:20,000 Someone must be pressing on them. 271 00:16:20,667 --> 00:16:22,002 Lee Chang-jin. 272 00:16:22,961 --> 00:16:24,671 He's the head of Industrial Policy Committee 273 00:16:24,754 --> 00:16:26,298 for the Entrepreneur's Association. 274 00:16:26,381 --> 00:16:29,509 If the bill passes, he's the one most likely to have a problem with it. 275 00:16:31,761 --> 00:16:32,762 Ma'am. 276 00:16:37,517 --> 00:16:38,476 This morning, 277 00:16:38,560 --> 00:16:40,645 the Entrepreneurs' Association released a statement 278 00:16:40,729 --> 00:16:43,690 expressing their objection against legislation that only hurt 279 00:16:43,773 --> 00:16:45,066 the entrepreneurs of this nation. 280 00:16:45,150 --> 00:16:46,776 Park Jin-hak, the chief of the association 281 00:16:46,943 --> 00:16:49,696 accused the National Assembly for passing bills 282 00:16:49,779 --> 00:16:51,823 that are insensitive to the current economic crisis... 283 00:16:51,907 --> 00:16:54,117 It sure seems like Lee Chang-jin is powerful. 284 00:16:55,076 --> 00:16:56,369 Let's see to what extent. 285 00:16:56,453 --> 00:16:57,913 He went on to accuse them 286 00:16:57,996 --> 00:17:00,749 of disregarding the ramifications. 287 00:17:00,874 --> 00:17:04,127 Tabling a bill just to score points with the public 288 00:17:04,211 --> 00:17:05,921 -will result in -Ma'am. 289 00:17:06,004 --> 00:17:07,839 -shrinking the economy... -Do you have a moment? 290 00:17:08,673 --> 00:17:10,926 Many other economic organizations agree... 291 00:17:23,521 --> 00:17:24,981 It's the file on Lee Sang-guk. 292 00:17:25,482 --> 00:17:28,735 It's the same one you based your statement on. 293 00:17:29,486 --> 00:17:31,071 Who sent this to Assemblyman Jo? 294 00:17:32,280 --> 00:17:33,281 Is it Mr. Jang? 295 00:17:34,783 --> 00:17:35,951 Yes. 296 00:17:36,159 --> 00:17:38,787 What game is Mr. Jang playing? 297 00:17:40,288 --> 00:17:41,539 You'll find out soon. 298 00:18:43,935 --> 00:18:46,646 I was wondering who was next on your hit list. 299 00:18:47,063 --> 00:18:48,106 This I didn't expect. 300 00:18:48,857 --> 00:18:50,734 It sure paid off to enter the tiger's den. 301 00:18:51,318 --> 00:18:52,152 What do you think? 302 00:18:52,235 --> 00:18:55,196 This is enough to start digging. 303 00:18:56,906 --> 00:18:59,743 You can count on me for backup, so don't worry. 304 00:19:02,787 --> 00:19:06,916 Minister Song has survived in the political arena for 16 years. 305 00:19:07,000 --> 00:19:08,585 Two thousand prosecutors follow his lead, 306 00:19:09,878 --> 00:19:11,004 so don't get comfortable yet. 307 00:19:12,172 --> 00:19:13,548 Just get this one done for me. 308 00:19:16,885 --> 00:19:18,386 A head-on collision then? 309 00:19:19,888 --> 00:19:21,097 So be it, I guess. 310 00:19:34,110 --> 00:19:36,154 Were you waiting for me? 311 00:19:36,237 --> 00:19:37,739 Gosh, I told you to go ahead. 312 00:19:37,822 --> 00:19:40,825 Now I feel bad for keeping busy prosecutors waiting. 313 00:19:40,909 --> 00:19:42,410 That's absurd, sir. 314 00:19:43,161 --> 00:19:45,246 Of course we should wait for you, minister. 315 00:19:46,623 --> 00:19:48,041 Right, let's sit then. 316 00:19:49,250 --> 00:19:50,460 The party is choking me 317 00:19:50,543 --> 00:19:53,338 with their emergency planning committee or some stuff like that. 318 00:19:53,421 --> 00:19:57,092 But I still have my family to look out for me, don't I? 319 00:19:58,093 --> 00:19:59,219 Have a drink. 320 00:20:04,140 --> 00:20:06,434 I'm worried that it'll take a toll on your health. 321 00:20:07,185 --> 00:20:09,396 It doesn't have to happen this time around, you know. 322 00:20:10,146 --> 00:20:11,356 We can wait. 323 00:20:12,107 --> 00:20:15,527 But it's me who can't. 324 00:20:16,361 --> 00:20:17,529 You know how I am. 325 00:20:17,612 --> 00:20:19,948 I'm the type to wield a sword, 326 00:20:20,031 --> 00:20:22,117 not fool around with my tongue in some political game. 327 00:20:22,200 --> 00:20:24,369 It's stifling, to say the least. 328 00:20:25,870 --> 00:20:28,915 I need you all to be my strength. You know that, right? 329 00:20:28,998 --> 00:20:30,166 -Yes, sir. -Of course. 330 00:20:30,250 --> 00:20:32,085 Must you ask? 331 00:20:32,585 --> 00:20:35,338 Only Chief Prosecutor is up for grabs this time, 332 00:20:35,505 --> 00:20:36,548 but prosecutor general 333 00:20:36,631 --> 00:20:40,635 and then the Minister of Justice should be on your radar. 334 00:20:43,138 --> 00:20:46,433 Well, please know that we have your back, sir. 335 00:20:46,516 --> 00:20:50,728 I will make sure that all my nominations are appointed, 336 00:20:50,812 --> 00:20:52,564 so let's keep aiming high. 337 00:20:54,107 --> 00:20:55,316 Raise your glasses. 338 00:20:56,276 --> 00:20:57,402 For Korea. 339 00:20:57,485 --> 00:20:58,945 -Cheers. -Cheers. 340 00:21:35,857 --> 00:21:38,026 JOOJIN CHEMICAL SUBCONTRACTOR REBATE INCIDENT 341 00:21:38,109 --> 00:21:41,196 JOOJIN CHEMICAL HEAD OF PRODUCTION EMBEZZLES 2.56 BILLION WON IN REBATE CLAIM 342 00:21:44,657 --> 00:21:47,118 Call the chief of White Collar Unit Two to my room, please. 343 00:21:51,247 --> 00:21:56,044 HEAD OF INTELLIGENCE UNIT ONE, JEONG HAN-SU 344 00:22:03,760 --> 00:22:05,136 What do you think? 345 00:22:08,181 --> 00:22:09,974 Betraying Minister Song 346 00:22:10,058 --> 00:22:11,976 and joining forces with Assemblyman Jo 347 00:22:12,060 --> 00:22:14,020 could be the groundwork for reelection. 348 00:22:15,855 --> 00:22:17,190 This isn't enough to say 349 00:22:17,273 --> 00:22:20,568 that he had nothing to do with Mr. Go's death. 350 00:22:22,320 --> 00:22:25,198 What could be Mr. Jang's intentions? 351 00:22:27,951 --> 00:22:30,328 What game is Mr. Jang playing? 352 00:22:31,079 --> 00:22:31,913 You'll find out soon. 353 00:22:42,340 --> 00:22:44,425 The rebate case of Joojin Chemical was revealed 354 00:22:44,509 --> 00:22:46,594 to be in the scale of billions of won. 355 00:22:46,678 --> 00:22:48,638 The police has decided 356 00:22:48,721 --> 00:22:51,182 to expand the investigation to include the executives. 357 00:22:51,266 --> 00:22:53,685 A search warrant has already been issued 358 00:22:53,768 --> 00:22:56,312 for CEO Lee's residence and Joojin Chemical's head office. 359 00:22:56,396 --> 00:22:57,605 Jang Tae-jun 360 00:22:58,356 --> 00:23:00,108 is after Minister Song. 361 00:23:00,191 --> 00:23:02,568 The investigation will include a close look into the books... 362 00:23:02,652 --> 00:23:04,988 Lee Sang-guk and Lee Chang-jin. 363 00:23:05,071 --> 00:23:07,573 Mr. Jang's getting rid of Minister Song's people one by one. 364 00:23:09,117 --> 00:23:11,619 He's actually playing a dangerous game. 365 00:23:13,413 --> 00:23:14,956 It's not so bad for us though. 366 00:23:15,832 --> 00:23:18,501 We can use this opportunity to strike Mr. Lee. 367 00:23:19,627 --> 00:23:21,546 Let's eliminate the suspects one by one 368 00:23:22,880 --> 00:23:23,881 starting with Mr. Lee. 369 00:23:27,343 --> 00:23:30,138 Gather everything you can on Mr. Lee. 370 00:23:30,888 --> 00:23:31,806 Sure. 371 00:23:31,889 --> 00:23:35,143 I just can't help being a former prosecutor, I guess. 372 00:23:35,226 --> 00:23:36,811 Chief Prosecutor. 373 00:23:37,020 --> 00:23:38,271 -That will be-- -Sir. 374 00:23:38,354 --> 00:23:39,439 What is it? 375 00:23:39,522 --> 00:23:41,316 All eyes seem to be on 376 00:23:41,399 --> 00:23:44,068 the Joojin Chemical rebate case 377 00:23:44,152 --> 00:23:46,195 which is mounting up to be billions of won. 378 00:23:46,696 --> 00:23:50,325 According to a source within the police department, 379 00:23:50,408 --> 00:23:53,161 those in higher positions seem to be involved. 380 00:23:53,244 --> 00:23:54,912 It has sparked an investigation into... 381 00:23:57,749 --> 00:23:59,334 Mr. Jang, it's you. 382 00:24:00,376 --> 00:24:03,504 I was hoping to see you. Are you getting back from somewhere? 383 00:24:04,505 --> 00:24:05,423 Yes. 384 00:24:06,257 --> 00:24:07,467 What is this about? 385 00:24:07,925 --> 00:24:09,510 I just heard some interesting news. 386 00:24:10,303 --> 00:24:12,263 Was that your work as well? 387 00:24:13,097 --> 00:24:14,640 I haven't seen the news yet. 388 00:24:14,724 --> 00:24:16,017 Is it good news? 389 00:24:16,893 --> 00:24:18,811 You'll see. By the way, 390 00:24:19,395 --> 00:24:21,647 I was hoping to nominate a candidate 391 00:24:21,731 --> 00:24:24,108 for chief of Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office. 392 00:24:24,233 --> 00:24:27,695 Give Minister Song a heads up. I wouldn't want to shock him. 393 00:24:27,779 --> 00:24:30,114 I saw the list of your nominees. 394 00:24:30,865 --> 00:24:32,325 None seemed adequate. 395 00:24:37,914 --> 00:24:39,916 Having the power to nominate doesn't matter 396 00:24:39,999 --> 00:24:41,918 when the legislative election is still weeks away. 397 00:24:42,001 --> 00:24:43,836 While my title is still worth anything, 398 00:24:43,920 --> 00:24:45,546 I have to take what I can, don't I? 399 00:24:46,798 --> 00:24:49,884 Do you really think planting a few of your people in the prosecutors' office 400 00:24:49,967 --> 00:24:51,886 will bring down Mr. Song? 401 00:24:54,222 --> 00:24:56,140 Are you saying we should do nothing then? 402 00:24:57,225 --> 00:24:59,560 -No. -Then what will you do? 403 00:25:00,728 --> 00:25:01,854 I'll let you know later. 404 00:25:01,938 --> 00:25:03,689 I heard you're holding a press conference 405 00:25:03,773 --> 00:25:05,441 regarding the Prosecution Reform Committee. 406 00:25:05,525 --> 00:25:08,778 We have put together your press release for you. 407 00:25:08,861 --> 00:25:11,364 I'm sure your office received it by now. 408 00:25:12,115 --> 00:25:13,282 Please read it carefully. 409 00:25:17,995 --> 00:25:19,080 Mr. Jang. 410 00:25:20,832 --> 00:25:24,669 Are you trying to steer the ship now that you're in charge of the helm? 411 00:25:25,211 --> 00:25:28,131 If you don't like it, you're always welcome to jump off. 412 00:25:28,798 --> 00:25:29,924 I won't stop you. 413 00:25:40,852 --> 00:25:42,603 MINISTER SONG HUI-SEOP 414 00:26:01,289 --> 00:26:02,582 Do you have someone you can trust 415 00:26:03,499 --> 00:26:04,500 in the police department? 416 00:26:05,877 --> 00:26:06,711 Yes, I do. 417 00:26:06,794 --> 00:26:09,755 There's a Detective Lee Hyeong-bae who's a friend. 418 00:26:09,839 --> 00:26:11,883 Isn't he the detective 419 00:26:12,550 --> 00:26:13,843 who was suspended? 420 00:26:14,093 --> 00:26:16,512 -That's right. -I'll have him reinstated, 421 00:26:17,263 --> 00:26:20,600 so have him find out the cards the police are holding. 422 00:26:21,809 --> 00:26:23,060 Yes, sir. 423 00:26:23,519 --> 00:26:25,188 And where's Jo Gap-yeong now? 424 00:26:25,271 --> 00:26:26,481 He's addressing the press 425 00:26:26,564 --> 00:26:28,900 regarding the appointment of personnel. 426 00:26:28,983 --> 00:26:32,069 For the first time as the Minister of Justice, 427 00:26:32,862 --> 00:26:35,698 Song Hui-seop will soon announce the prosecutors of high-ranking posts. 428 00:26:36,199 --> 00:26:37,783 However, the people being mentioned 429 00:26:38,534 --> 00:26:40,453 are those very close to him, who are known members 430 00:26:40,536 --> 00:26:43,331 of the so-called Song Hui-seop Clan. 431 00:26:43,414 --> 00:26:45,249 -You little rat. -You asked us to trust you 432 00:26:45,333 --> 00:26:47,752 - with the reformation of the prosecution. -How dare you? 433 00:26:47,835 --> 00:26:51,964 So how could you even consider such favoritism? 434 00:26:52,048 --> 00:26:54,759 Aren't you ashamed of yourself? 435 00:26:57,845 --> 00:26:58,930 What will you do 436 00:27:00,014 --> 00:27:01,057 about Lee Chang-jin? 437 00:27:06,229 --> 00:27:07,480 I haven't decided yet. 438 00:27:07,563 --> 00:27:09,106 If you dismiss the seizure warrant, 439 00:27:09,190 --> 00:27:10,816 more suspicion will be raised. 440 00:27:15,154 --> 00:27:16,405 MR. LEE CHANG-JIN 441 00:27:23,829 --> 00:27:26,082 What used to be a fine stepping stone 442 00:27:26,832 --> 00:27:28,125 is now a rock in our way. 443 00:27:28,793 --> 00:27:30,127 Mr. Lee 444 00:27:30,211 --> 00:27:33,256 will only hurt your chances at the presidency. 445 00:27:33,881 --> 00:27:35,299 You should cut him loose. 446 00:27:36,050 --> 00:27:38,636 I know I should cut him loose, 447 00:27:39,595 --> 00:27:40,680 but he won't go down 448 00:27:41,180 --> 00:27:42,723 without a fight. 449 00:27:46,644 --> 00:27:47,520 MR. LEE CHANG-JIN 450 00:27:47,603 --> 00:27:50,773 What an annoying pig. 451 00:27:51,274 --> 00:27:52,525 Good heavens. 452 00:27:55,403 --> 00:27:56,988 You seem relaxed. 453 00:27:58,155 --> 00:28:00,074 I've just been thrown into a fire. 454 00:28:00,825 --> 00:28:02,994 Meanwhile, I guess you had time for a nice meal. 455 00:28:04,203 --> 00:28:05,580 No matter how worried you are, 456 00:28:05,663 --> 00:28:07,874 know that I feel worse. 457 00:28:07,957 --> 00:28:10,543 I'm looking for a way, so be patient. 458 00:28:10,626 --> 00:28:11,836 Until when? 459 00:28:11,919 --> 00:28:15,548 All you care about is the presidency and I'm not your priority. 460 00:28:16,299 --> 00:28:19,135 Dismiss the search and seizure warrant. 461 00:28:20,177 --> 00:28:23,306 Look. If I dismiss it without probable cause, 462 00:28:23,389 --> 00:28:26,142 the situation will only get worse. 463 00:28:26,642 --> 00:28:30,062 Once I'm done appointing new members of the prosecutors' office, 464 00:28:30,354 --> 00:28:31,731 I'll help you out. 465 00:28:37,987 --> 00:28:41,157 The stock price plummeted 22 percent after news of the investigation went public. 466 00:28:41,908 --> 00:28:44,660 Being a businessman, I couldn't care less about probable cause. 467 00:28:45,244 --> 00:28:46,787 The personnel reshuffle you're planning. 468 00:28:46,871 --> 00:28:49,624 Do you think I'll let you get your way if I ever got arrested? 469 00:28:50,833 --> 00:28:53,586 What happened seven years ago will resurface. 470 00:28:57,506 --> 00:28:58,758 -Lee Chang-jin-- -Minister Song! 471 00:29:02,845 --> 00:29:04,931 Have you already forgotten 472 00:29:06,682 --> 00:29:08,309 who set your table here for you? 473 00:29:11,062 --> 00:29:13,064 My hands aren't the only ones with blood on them. 474 00:29:13,147 --> 00:29:16,192 I want the warrant dismissed by tomorrow morning. 475 00:29:17,401 --> 00:29:19,070 This isn't some friendly request. 476 00:29:31,374 --> 00:29:32,750 Arrogant prick. 477 00:29:33,501 --> 00:29:35,378 I treated him nicely 478 00:29:36,003 --> 00:29:37,254 as a favor to Chairman Sung, 479 00:29:38,172 --> 00:29:40,800 but now he's trying to control me. 480 00:29:45,930 --> 00:29:48,557 The reporters are having a field day because of this... 481 00:29:48,641 --> 00:29:50,226 -You're back, sir. -You were great... 482 00:30:02,321 --> 00:30:04,031 Sir, your speech has been sent out 483 00:30:04,115 --> 00:30:05,992 to the reporters. 484 00:30:06,075 --> 00:30:08,119 They've actually been asking for more. 485 00:30:08,202 --> 00:30:10,162 They're eating it up. 486 00:30:10,246 --> 00:30:11,497 Did Jang Tae-jun call? 487 00:30:12,248 --> 00:30:14,667 I'm afraid he hasn't, sir. 488 00:30:17,003 --> 00:30:18,379 Damn it! 489 00:30:18,462 --> 00:30:21,007 Who does he think I am? His puppet? 490 00:30:33,394 --> 00:30:35,688 POLICE ISSUES WARRANT IN SUSPICION OF KICKBACKS 491 00:30:38,274 --> 00:30:40,818 JOOJIN CHEMICAL REBATE AFFAIR REVEALED TO BE BILLIONS OF WON 492 00:30:40,901 --> 00:30:43,112 Where in the world are these articles coming from? 493 00:30:43,195 --> 00:30:46,949 Materials are being fed to the press from an assemblywoman's office. 494 00:30:47,366 --> 00:30:48,576 Whose? 495 00:30:48,659 --> 00:30:51,120 Kang Seon-yeong. They're collecting everything from 496 00:30:51,203 --> 00:30:53,664 the BAI, the Ministry of Environment, and the Ministry of Labor. 497 00:30:53,748 --> 00:30:55,041 Even if the warrant is dismissed, 498 00:30:55,124 --> 00:30:57,168 if the press keeps releasing articles, 499 00:30:57,918 --> 00:30:59,920 it'll be hard to stop the case from reopening. 500 00:31:00,671 --> 00:31:02,673 And that's all you have to say as my general counsel? 501 00:31:03,466 --> 00:31:04,842 I apologize, sir. 502 00:31:05,176 --> 00:31:06,302 Why... 503 00:31:06,802 --> 00:31:10,473 Is this really all I get for putting food on all your tables? 504 00:31:12,767 --> 00:31:15,561 Is it true that Mr. Song nominated Mr. Jang as a member? 505 00:31:15,644 --> 00:31:17,980 What will the committee be focusing on? 506 00:31:18,314 --> 00:31:19,940 Don't play dumb with us. 507 00:31:20,357 --> 00:31:22,276 I'm sorry. I'll answer your questions later. 508 00:31:26,405 --> 00:31:29,325 -How did it go? -Song Hui-seop... 509 00:31:30,701 --> 00:31:33,204 is going to dismiss the search and seizure warrant. 510 00:31:33,746 --> 00:31:35,956 Then he'll hurt his chances at the presidency 511 00:31:36,040 --> 00:31:38,876 as well as taking command of the prosecutors' office. 512 00:31:38,959 --> 00:31:41,253 There's a secret between them that I'm not aware of. 513 00:31:44,548 --> 00:31:45,674 We're running out of time. 514 00:31:46,175 --> 00:31:49,136 We must figure out what that is and sever their relationship. 515 00:31:51,472 --> 00:31:52,515 And how's Lee Chang-jin? 516 00:31:53,265 --> 00:31:55,309 Ms. Kang's office is keeping him occupied. 517 00:31:56,727 --> 00:31:58,979 -What? -I told Ms. Kang that you sent 518 00:31:59,063 --> 00:32:00,898 the file about Lee Sang-guk. 519 00:32:01,649 --> 00:32:04,110 -Hye-won! -I know you're worried about her, 520 00:32:04,193 --> 00:32:07,571 but this is too much for you to handle alone. 521 00:32:07,655 --> 00:32:09,907 And like you said, the clock's ticking. 522 00:32:09,990 --> 00:32:11,242 If things go south, 523 00:32:11,325 --> 00:32:13,202 it won't be Ms. Kang who gets hurt. 524 00:32:14,120 --> 00:32:15,496 It'll be you. 525 00:32:36,851 --> 00:32:40,146 I heard that you're going after Lee Chang-jin. 526 00:32:40,813 --> 00:32:42,523 I want him behind bars too. 527 00:32:44,024 --> 00:32:45,901 Tell me everything that you know 528 00:32:46,569 --> 00:32:47,820 about him. 529 00:32:47,987 --> 00:32:50,990 Lee Chang-jin won't hold back if he's backed into a corner. 530 00:32:51,073 --> 00:32:52,533 Stay out of this. 531 00:32:53,242 --> 00:32:54,243 Let me worry about myself. 532 00:32:55,369 --> 00:32:57,997 -Seon-yeong. -You can't fight both of them 533 00:32:58,080 --> 00:32:59,915 while under Mr. Song's watchful eye. 534 00:33:01,917 --> 00:33:03,127 You can't deal with this alone. 535 00:33:10,593 --> 00:33:12,261 Minister Song and Mr. Lee are involved 536 00:33:12,344 --> 00:33:15,014 in an incident seven years ago that I don’t know about. 537 00:33:15,097 --> 00:33:17,349 The personnel reshuffle you're planning. 538 00:33:17,516 --> 00:33:20,060 Do you think I'll let you get your way if I ever got arrested? 539 00:33:21,437 --> 00:33:23,939 What happened seven years ago will resurface. 540 00:33:26,358 --> 00:33:27,568 -Lee Chang-jin-- -Minister Song! 541 00:33:28,903 --> 00:33:30,988 That incident must be their Achilles tendon. 542 00:33:33,616 --> 00:33:34,909 Mr. Han suggested a fine idea. 543 00:33:34,992 --> 00:33:37,703 Seven years ago at Joojin Chemicals, there was an industrial accident 544 00:33:37,786 --> 00:33:39,747 where laborers were exposed to toxic chemicals. 545 00:33:39,830 --> 00:33:41,540 Once we attach the related story, 546 00:33:41,624 --> 00:33:43,417 the bill will be ready for announcement. 547 00:33:43,792 --> 00:33:47,546 There was an industrial accident at Joojin Chemical seven years ago. 548 00:33:49,173 --> 00:33:50,591 The chemical exposure incident? 549 00:33:51,717 --> 00:33:53,093 That case was handled by Jo Ji-hun, 550 00:33:53,177 --> 00:33:55,095 a candidate for the chief of Seoul Central Prosecutors' Office. 551 00:33:56,430 --> 00:33:58,098 If we manage to bring the incident to light, 552 00:33:58,849 --> 00:33:59,808 we can stop both Mr. Lee 553 00:33:59,892 --> 00:34:02,603 and Minister Song's appointment plans. 554 00:34:06,482 --> 00:34:07,900 Mr. Jang. 555 00:34:09,485 --> 00:34:12,279 We'll share information with Assemblywoman Kang. 556 00:34:13,197 --> 00:34:14,031 I see. 557 00:34:14,114 --> 00:34:16,867 Gather information on Joojin Chemical's incident seven years ago. 558 00:34:16,951 --> 00:34:18,327 Yes, sir. 559 00:34:20,663 --> 00:34:22,498 -Mr. Oh. -Hey. 560 00:34:25,542 --> 00:34:27,127 -Did you ask around? -Yes. 561 00:34:27,211 --> 00:34:29,088 Reporter Kim Seung-u was 562 00:34:29,171 --> 00:34:32,716 Yun Hye-won's mentor at Dodam Daily. 563 00:34:32,800 --> 00:34:34,051 They were pretty close. 564 00:34:34,134 --> 00:34:37,846 Some even say that they dated when they worked together. 565 00:34:38,222 --> 00:34:40,683 -Really? -May I ask what this is all about? 566 00:34:41,433 --> 00:34:42,351 Nothing. 567 00:34:48,232 --> 00:34:49,483 Yes, Ms. Lee. I just arrived. 568 00:34:50,901 --> 00:34:53,070 Okay. I'll be right up. Hold on. 569 00:34:58,367 --> 00:35:00,411 Get in. It looks like you're running late. 570 00:35:01,537 --> 00:35:02,830 Thank you. 571 00:35:13,340 --> 00:35:14,967 Are you here to see Ms. Kang? 572 00:35:16,218 --> 00:35:17,094 Yes. 573 00:35:17,886 --> 00:35:19,179 You too? 574 00:35:19,847 --> 00:35:21,015 Yes. 575 00:35:32,860 --> 00:35:37,114 Ms. Kang, I'm still not sure about working with Mr. Jang. 576 00:35:38,699 --> 00:35:39,908 Don't worry too much. 577 00:35:40,743 --> 00:35:42,786 I don't trust him. 578 00:35:44,538 --> 00:35:46,206 Ms. Kang, it's Han Do-gyeong. 579 00:35:59,261 --> 00:36:00,220 Hi. 580 00:36:01,138 --> 00:36:02,639 I haven't seen you since the election. 581 00:36:02,723 --> 00:36:05,601 It's been a while. Congratulations on your new baby. 582 00:36:05,684 --> 00:36:08,270 Congratulations on winning the election. 583 00:36:08,812 --> 00:36:10,898 Enough chit-chat. Let's get down to business. 584 00:36:11,315 --> 00:36:12,566 Mr. Han. 585 00:36:13,275 --> 00:36:14,651 Yes, ma'am. 586 00:36:16,362 --> 00:36:18,405 Joojin Chemical's accident seven years ago 587 00:36:18,489 --> 00:36:21,325 is assumed to have been caused by the chemicals that they were using. 588 00:36:21,408 --> 00:36:23,243 There were a total of 12 victims. 589 00:36:23,327 --> 00:36:26,163 Four of them passed away after a long illness. 590 00:36:26,246 --> 00:36:29,124 The rest of them are still in the hospital. 591 00:36:32,169 --> 00:36:34,963 They were all exposed to toxic chemicals 592 00:36:35,047 --> 00:36:36,673 called dichloromethane and formaldehyde. 593 00:36:36,757 --> 00:36:37,883 If inhaled in a big amount, 594 00:36:37,966 --> 00:36:40,052 they cause heart conditions, lung cancer, and leukemia, 595 00:36:40,803 --> 00:36:42,429 which can even lead to death. 596 00:36:42,513 --> 00:36:44,098 When so many people died, 597 00:36:44,181 --> 00:36:45,891 why wasn't Mr. Lee even indicted? 598 00:36:45,974 --> 00:36:47,601 The evidence was insufficient. 599 00:36:47,684 --> 00:36:49,228 The company hasn't even revealed 600 00:36:49,311 --> 00:36:51,939 exactly which chemicals were involved, saying it's a company secret. 601 00:36:52,022 --> 00:36:54,733 The accident was blamed on the manager's negligence. 602 00:36:54,817 --> 00:36:57,403 They even got a doctor's note that the victims' illnesses were 603 00:36:57,486 --> 00:36:59,029 not chemical-related. 604 00:37:00,114 --> 00:37:03,409 Officially, Joojin Chemical stopped using those chemicals. 605 00:37:04,368 --> 00:37:07,996 I'm not sure we can make this public with the information we have right now. 606 00:37:08,080 --> 00:37:11,041 It happened a while ago, so it won't make much impact either. 607 00:37:12,251 --> 00:37:13,919 What if 608 00:37:14,461 --> 00:37:15,587 it's still ongoing? 609 00:37:24,888 --> 00:37:27,724 This person, Park Hee-jin, left Joojin Chemicals last year. 610 00:37:27,808 --> 00:37:30,310 She fell ill after she did, and filed a suit against the company. 611 00:37:30,394 --> 00:37:33,105 The company claims that her illness is personal and irrelevant to them. 612 00:37:33,188 --> 00:37:37,109 All her symptoms match those of the victims from seven years ago. 613 00:37:38,902 --> 00:37:42,739 That must mean the company is still using the banned chemicals. 614 00:37:42,823 --> 00:37:45,993 All chemical imports must be reported to Korea Environment Corporation. 615 00:37:46,076 --> 00:37:47,744 There might be some data left there. 616 00:37:48,287 --> 00:37:50,831 Please request chemical import records from KEC. 617 00:37:51,582 --> 00:37:53,208 There's a possibility that Joojin Chemicals 618 00:37:53,292 --> 00:37:55,419 has been importing chemicals using another company's name. 619 00:37:58,505 --> 00:38:00,507 There must be someone on night duty at KEC. 620 00:38:00,591 --> 00:38:02,718 -Let me go and ask. -All right. 621 00:38:11,477 --> 00:38:13,353 Are there any other people with similar symptoms? 622 00:38:14,104 --> 00:38:17,191 I do have a list of people who recently left the company, 623 00:38:17,691 --> 00:38:19,151 but I haven't gone through it yet. 624 00:38:20,777 --> 00:38:22,279 This is going to take a while. 625 00:38:22,362 --> 00:38:24,990 Let's finish as much as we can by tomorrow morning. 626 00:38:25,115 --> 00:38:27,201 Call everyone on the list and ask questions. 627 00:38:27,451 --> 00:38:28,452 Yes, sir. 628 00:38:34,833 --> 00:38:38,545 You still don't know where Lee Sang-guk’s document came from? 629 00:38:38,629 --> 00:38:39,922 No. But I'm looking into it. 630 00:38:40,422 --> 00:38:43,842 Won-sik, do better, 631 00:38:43,926 --> 00:38:45,594 or you'll lose your job. 632 00:38:45,677 --> 00:38:49,348 The exact source is not known yet, but there is a suspect. 633 00:38:55,729 --> 00:38:57,648 It's Reporter Kim Seung-u at Dodam Daily. 634 00:38:57,731 --> 00:39:01,026 He published a breaking story about Chairperson Lee and Mr. Lee. 635 00:39:01,109 --> 00:39:03,195 -Dodam Daily? -Yes. 636 00:39:03,278 --> 00:39:05,864 Yun Hye-won was a reporter there before entering the assembly. 637 00:39:05,948 --> 00:39:07,282 Kim Seung-u was her mentor. 638 00:39:09,701 --> 00:39:11,411 LEE SANG-GUK GETS THE DAEHAN PARTY IN TROUBLE 639 00:39:12,621 --> 00:39:16,500 Mr. Song, don't you think Jang Tae-jun could have other intentions? 640 00:39:16,833 --> 00:39:17,793 Isn't it strange? 641 00:39:17,876 --> 00:39:21,004 Jo Gap-yeong took charge of the emergency planning committee too easily, 642 00:39:21,088 --> 00:39:22,506 and Mr. Lee's incident broke out 643 00:39:22,589 --> 00:39:24,424 right after what happened to Chairperson Lee. 644 00:39:29,846 --> 00:39:32,391 CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR INAUGURATION, ASSEMBLYMAN JANG TAE-JUN 645 00:39:32,474 --> 00:39:34,518 If you try to protect Assemblyman Lee, 646 00:39:34,601 --> 00:39:36,937 they will raise the issue to attack you. 647 00:39:38,313 --> 00:39:39,314 You ought to 648 00:39:40,691 --> 00:39:41,567 give up on him. 649 00:39:41,650 --> 00:39:45,696 I think your appointment plans in the prosecution should be put off. 650 00:39:45,779 --> 00:39:47,239 Mr. Lee 651 00:39:47,322 --> 00:39:50,284 will only hurt your chances at the presidency. 652 00:39:50,951 --> 00:39:51,952 You should cut him loose. 653 00:40:05,841 --> 00:40:07,009 Mr. Song. 654 00:40:07,759 --> 00:40:08,927 Mr. Song. 655 00:40:14,474 --> 00:40:19,521 That sly prick stabbed me in the back. 656 00:40:19,813 --> 00:40:22,482 That viper was full of venom. 657 00:40:35,996 --> 00:40:38,874 In total, there are 31 people who seem to be victims of the chemicals. 658 00:40:39,625 --> 00:40:42,711 Combine that with the number of victims 7 years ago, and you get 43 in total. 659 00:40:43,754 --> 00:40:46,882 We haven't gone through everyone, so there might be even more. 660 00:40:47,924 --> 00:40:49,509 We need the victims' testimonies. 661 00:40:49,593 --> 00:40:50,886 It's best if you can film them. 662 00:40:51,845 --> 00:40:54,765 Okay. I'll call them up and ask if I can visit. 663 00:40:58,602 --> 00:40:59,895 See you later. 664 00:41:07,903 --> 00:41:09,446 -Good job. -Thank you, sir. 665 00:41:20,457 --> 00:41:21,750 Have you heard from Ms. Lee? 666 00:41:23,669 --> 00:41:26,922 The person on duty insists he needs permission. 667 00:41:27,005 --> 00:41:30,258 So Ms. Lee will wait at KEC until the person in charge comes to work. 668 00:41:31,009 --> 00:41:32,052 I'll let you know. 669 00:41:35,931 --> 00:41:37,265 Tae-jun. 670 00:41:39,142 --> 00:41:40,310 Mr. Jang. 671 00:41:41,520 --> 00:41:43,063 You have guests in your office. 672 00:41:45,524 --> 00:41:46,566 All right. 673 00:41:55,283 --> 00:41:58,662 I asked for coffee! What's taking so long? 674 00:41:59,413 --> 00:42:00,539 -Good morning. -Good morning. 675 00:42:01,915 --> 00:42:05,252 I can't believe I'm in an assemblyman's office. 676 00:42:05,752 --> 00:42:08,839 We should thank Chun-bae for bringing us country bumpkins to this nice place. 677 00:42:09,923 --> 00:42:11,717 -Right? -Get your coffee. 678 00:42:12,342 --> 00:42:14,344 "Assemblyman Jang Tae-jun". 679 00:42:14,428 --> 00:42:16,388 I always knew he'd become a big shot. 680 00:42:16,471 --> 00:42:18,473 He's an ambitious man. 681 00:42:19,224 --> 00:42:23,019 There was no way he'd be stuck being a cop all his life! 682 00:42:23,103 --> 00:42:24,604 -Well said. -Of course. 683 00:42:25,105 --> 00:42:27,107 Goodness. Our assemblyman is here. 684 00:42:28,775 --> 00:42:31,194 -Our assemblyman is here. -The pride of our town! 685 00:42:33,321 --> 00:42:35,449 -The coffee smells fantastic. -It does. 686 00:42:35,949 --> 00:42:40,120 These country bumpkins wouldn't stop pestering me, 687 00:42:40,203 --> 00:42:41,747 so I had to bring them here. 688 00:42:42,956 --> 00:42:45,584 If you have time, show them around a bit. 689 00:42:48,795 --> 00:42:49,629 Hello. 690 00:42:49,713 --> 00:42:52,549 My name is Yun Hye-won, and I work for Mr. Jang. 691 00:42:52,632 --> 00:42:53,842 If it's okay with you, 692 00:42:53,925 --> 00:42:56,219 I can show you around the building. 693 00:42:56,970 --> 00:42:59,765 No way. It's only right for him to show us around! 694 00:43:00,265 --> 00:43:02,392 Your neighbors came all the way here. 695 00:43:02,684 --> 00:43:05,145 I'm sorry, but Mr. Jang has a tight schedule today. 696 00:43:05,896 --> 00:43:07,522 I can do a good job. 697 00:43:08,315 --> 00:43:10,901 -All right. -Sure. Our assemblyman must be busy. 698 00:43:10,984 --> 00:43:12,819 It doesn't matter who shows us around, does it? 699 00:43:12,903 --> 00:43:14,237 It's no big deal. 700 00:43:14,988 --> 00:43:17,073 -Da-jeong. -He's right. 701 00:43:17,157 --> 00:43:20,035 Oh, my. Are these for us? 702 00:43:20,118 --> 00:43:22,287 -Take it. -Goodness. 703 00:43:22,370 --> 00:43:24,581 It's not much, but it's from Mr. Jang. 704 00:43:24,664 --> 00:43:27,209 It's from the National Assembly. It sure looks fancy. 705 00:43:27,959 --> 00:43:29,252 You have a great son. 706 00:43:29,336 --> 00:43:30,462 Without Chun-bae, 707 00:43:30,545 --> 00:43:32,464 we'd never get to be here. 708 00:43:32,714 --> 00:43:34,925 -Mr. Park, please show them around. -Sure, ma'am. 709 00:43:35,008 --> 00:43:38,220 Gentlemen, please wait outside. I'll show you around the building soon. 710 00:43:38,303 --> 00:43:41,181 -All right. -Let's go out. 711 00:43:41,264 --> 00:43:44,142 Don't forget anything. Carry mine too. 712 00:43:49,189 --> 00:43:51,983 You can't show up unannounced like this. 713 00:43:52,067 --> 00:43:55,237 Do I need to make an appointment to see my own son? 714 00:43:57,489 --> 00:43:59,241 Go buy them a meal or something. 715 00:44:00,450 --> 00:44:01,451 Hey. 716 00:44:02,244 --> 00:44:04,120 A meal is not enough. 717 00:44:04,788 --> 00:44:07,415 -We should at least hold a feast. -What are you talking about? 718 00:44:07,499 --> 00:44:09,918 A person from our small town became an assemblyman. 719 00:44:10,001 --> 00:44:11,836 The least we can do is celebrate. 720 00:44:12,045 --> 00:44:14,881 When the village head's youngest son passed the bar exam, 721 00:44:14,965 --> 00:44:17,884 he butchered a pig and everything to celebrate. 722 00:44:17,968 --> 00:44:21,471 Isn't that ridiculous? Just because his son passed the bar exam? 723 00:44:21,555 --> 00:44:24,015 That's nothing compared to what you achieved. 724 00:44:24,349 --> 00:44:27,102 Now that we have an assemblyman, we should butcher at least a cow. 725 00:44:27,185 --> 00:44:28,979 Do that. Go butcher whatever you want. 726 00:44:29,062 --> 00:44:30,272 -Look at this. -Nice. 727 00:44:30,939 --> 00:44:33,275 What are you doing? Go take a look around. 728 00:44:33,692 --> 00:44:37,362 Please do help the busy Assemblyman Jang with his legislative duties. 729 00:44:37,445 --> 00:44:39,990 -I will. Bye. -Bye. 730 00:44:40,115 --> 00:44:41,324 Man-su, let's go. 731 00:44:41,408 --> 00:44:42,784 -This way, please. -Bye. 732 00:44:42,867 --> 00:44:45,287 -Let's start from the end of this hallway. -All right. 733 00:44:46,371 --> 00:44:48,415 Chun-bae should be proud. 734 00:44:50,250 --> 00:44:51,793 Go back in. 735 00:44:51,876 --> 00:44:54,504 -Go back in. -Let's go. 736 00:44:54,588 --> 00:44:55,672 -Hi. -Hi. 737 00:44:56,256 --> 00:44:57,465 This way. 738 00:44:58,800 --> 00:45:00,343 You've never been here before. 739 00:45:02,095 --> 00:45:03,888 This place is incredible! 740 00:45:05,265 --> 00:45:07,517 -Stop acting like a fool! -Come on. 741 00:45:14,608 --> 00:45:15,650 Oh, my. 742 00:45:15,984 --> 00:45:18,445 Your father must have wanted to take a look around here. 743 00:45:18,862 --> 00:45:19,863 He must be so happy. 744 00:45:19,946 --> 00:45:22,282 He gets to be here thanks to his assemblyman son. 745 00:45:22,365 --> 00:45:23,366 What brings you here? 746 00:45:24,701 --> 00:45:25,994 Mr. Song would like to see you. 747 00:45:26,077 --> 00:45:27,746 Why couldn't you just call? 748 00:45:27,829 --> 00:45:29,581 He was worried you'd run away. 749 00:45:29,664 --> 00:45:32,751 He told me to bring you to him myself. 750 00:45:35,462 --> 00:45:36,504 Get ready. 751 00:45:36,588 --> 00:45:39,341 I'll wait here, Assemblyman Jang. 752 00:45:45,472 --> 00:45:47,557 Minister of Justice Song Hui-seop announced 753 00:45:47,641 --> 00:45:51,102 that the appointments of 39 high-ranking prosecutor positions 754 00:45:51,186 --> 00:45:52,646 including the Chief of Seoul Central Prosecutors' Office 755 00:45:52,729 --> 00:45:54,314 will be carried out today. 756 00:45:54,397 --> 00:45:56,358 This will be the first large-scale personnel change 757 00:45:56,441 --> 00:45:58,193 since his inauguration. 758 00:45:58,276 --> 00:46:00,278 There is much speculation as to who will be appointed 759 00:46:00,362 --> 00:46:02,405 to Chief of Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office, 760 00:46:02,489 --> 00:46:04,032 which is the largest DPO in the country. 761 00:46:04,115 --> 00:46:06,368 I didn't expect him to carry out the appointments so fast. 762 00:46:07,702 --> 00:46:09,579 He must have found out about my plans. 763 00:46:12,624 --> 00:46:14,250 ASSEMBLYWOMAN KANG SEON-YEONG 764 00:46:16,127 --> 00:46:17,087 Yes? 765 00:46:20,715 --> 00:46:22,509 Okay. Thank you. 766 00:46:25,470 --> 00:46:26,680 What are you going to do now, 767 00:46:27,514 --> 00:46:28,848 Mr. Jang? 768 00:46:30,892 --> 00:46:32,644 Now that my fangs have been revealed, 769 00:46:34,187 --> 00:46:35,814 it's time to tear him to pieces. 770 00:46:46,199 --> 00:46:47,242 Hello. 771 00:46:47,325 --> 00:46:48,868 -Mr. Oh. -Hi, Mr. Jeong. 772 00:46:48,993 --> 00:46:50,870 When will the appointments be announced? 773 00:46:51,454 --> 00:46:52,497 Wait a little longer. 774 00:46:53,289 --> 00:46:54,374 I'm a bit busy. 775 00:47:02,465 --> 00:47:05,510 This time, you'll have to take off your underwear or something. 776 00:47:12,475 --> 00:47:14,144 OFFICE OF THE MINISTER OF JUSTICE 777 00:47:26,740 --> 00:47:29,200 Too bad. If you had grown it longer, 778 00:47:29,284 --> 00:47:31,161 you would have seen it bloom. 779 00:47:31,911 --> 00:47:32,871 I know. 780 00:47:34,080 --> 00:47:35,874 Tae-jun, what is this all about? 781 00:47:36,624 --> 00:47:38,126 Revenge for Lee Seong-min's death? 782 00:47:38,960 --> 00:47:40,253 I haven't even started yet. 783 00:47:40,336 --> 00:47:42,797 Now that you've got some power for yourself, 784 00:47:43,548 --> 00:47:45,800 -you think you're the big man now? -Do you think 785 00:47:46,593 --> 00:47:48,261 I'm still your chief of staff? 786 00:47:51,639 --> 00:47:52,807 Well, I'll be damned. 787 00:47:52,891 --> 00:47:56,311 The stray dog I took in is biting me now. 788 00:47:57,270 --> 00:47:58,563 Don't forget. 789 00:47:59,397 --> 00:48:00,857 I'm the one who made you 790 00:48:02,400 --> 00:48:03,818 the Minister of Justice. 791 00:48:07,739 --> 00:48:08,823 I know. 792 00:48:09,616 --> 00:48:10,742 I know. 793 00:48:11,493 --> 00:48:12,327 I know you did. 794 00:48:13,495 --> 00:48:15,914 But you should remember what this position means. 795 00:48:16,414 --> 00:48:19,584 Do you want to end up like Lee Seong-min? 796 00:48:20,502 --> 00:48:23,505 It takes effort to bloom a flower, 797 00:48:23,588 --> 00:48:25,048 but it takes a second for it to fall! 798 00:48:27,550 --> 00:48:28,718 For God's sake. 799 00:48:32,222 --> 00:48:35,058 The youngest Chief Prosecutor, a four-term assemblyman, 800 00:48:35,141 --> 00:48:38,394 the floor leader, and now the Minister of Justice. 801 00:48:38,478 --> 00:48:40,104 You've had many impressive titles so far. 802 00:48:40,188 --> 00:48:42,857 Now let me add another title to your career. 803 00:48:43,858 --> 00:48:45,401 The first sitting Minister of Justice 804 00:48:46,027 --> 00:48:47,362 to get arrested. 805 00:48:47,445 --> 00:48:48,822 Tae-jun! 806 00:49:02,794 --> 00:49:05,547 The reporters must be waiting for you. 807 00:49:06,297 --> 00:49:07,757 It's time to step into the spotlight. 808 00:49:08,758 --> 00:49:10,093 By the way, 809 00:49:10,927 --> 00:49:13,930 don't smash the TV. It was paid for with taxes. 810 00:49:27,277 --> 00:49:29,070 I'm Kang Seon-yeong from the Daehan Party. 811 00:49:29,279 --> 00:49:32,615 Joojin Chemical's chemical exposure incident seven years ago 812 00:49:32,699 --> 00:49:37,829 has not ended yet. It is still ongoing, producing new victims at this moment. 813 00:49:38,329 --> 00:49:41,916 Joojin Chemical is still using the banned chemicals to this day. 814 00:49:42,417 --> 00:49:45,378 This tragedy would have been stopped if Mr. Lee Chang-jin, 815 00:49:45,461 --> 00:49:49,883 Joojin Chemical's CEO, had been punished properly seven years ago. 816 00:49:49,966 --> 00:49:52,218 The case was handled by Prosecutor Jo Ji-hun, 817 00:49:52,302 --> 00:49:55,388 who has been nominated for Chief of Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office. 818 00:49:55,471 --> 00:49:58,057 This incident revealed a long-term collusion 819 00:49:58,141 --> 00:50:01,895 between Minister of Justice, Song Hui-seop and Mr. Lee. 820 00:50:01,978 --> 00:50:04,856 While Minister Song admitted his personal relationship with Mr. Lee 821 00:50:04,939 --> 00:50:07,859 at his confirmation hearing, 822 00:50:07,942 --> 00:50:11,321 he denied any power abuse or collusion... 823 00:50:11,404 --> 00:50:13,740 -Was he asked a special favor? -Is that true? 824 00:50:13,823 --> 00:50:15,950 -What's going on? -Where is he? 825 00:50:17,160 --> 00:50:18,870 -Wait for me! -If he was bribed... 826 00:50:22,707 --> 00:50:24,083 Minister Song! 827 00:50:24,292 --> 00:50:26,294 -Did you stop the indictment of Mr. Lee? -Is it true? 828 00:50:26,377 --> 00:50:28,963 At the hearing, you said your relationship was a personal one! 829 00:50:29,047 --> 00:50:31,591 -Were you aware of the incident? -Say something! 830 00:50:31,674 --> 00:50:33,343 -Minister Song! -Say something! 831 00:50:34,093 --> 00:50:35,011 -Gosh! -Minister Song! 832 00:50:50,777 --> 00:50:53,696 While Minister Song admitted his personal relationship with Mr. Lee 833 00:50:53,780 --> 00:50:56,491 at his confirmation hearing, 834 00:50:56,991 --> 00:50:59,535 he denied any power abuse 835 00:50:59,619 --> 00:51:01,537 or collusion with Mr. Lee. 836 00:51:02,038 --> 00:51:05,375 In the recent Joojin Chemical rebate case, however, Minister Song dismissed 837 00:51:05,458 --> 00:51:07,251 the search and seizure warrant. 838 00:51:07,335 --> 00:51:09,128 -What? -In addition, he nominated 839 00:51:09,212 --> 00:51:10,296 Prosecutor Jo Ji-hun, 840 00:51:10,380 --> 00:51:11,839 who exempted Mr. Lee from indictment, 841 00:51:11,923 --> 00:51:13,758 for the Chief of Seoul Central Prosecutors' Office. 842 00:51:13,841 --> 00:51:15,468 This series of actions clearly shows 843 00:51:15,551 --> 00:51:18,221 that Minister Song is trying to protect Mr. Lee. 844 00:51:19,097 --> 00:51:21,099 More people are falling victim to toxic chemicals 845 00:51:22,100 --> 00:51:23,893 even at this moment. 846 00:51:24,394 --> 00:51:26,729 -What a turn of events. -Joojin Chemical is still denying 847 00:51:26,813 --> 00:51:28,481 responsibility for the victims' exposure 848 00:51:28,564 --> 00:51:30,900 -to the toxic chemicals. -Find out more at Ms. Kang's office. 849 00:51:30,984 --> 00:51:32,443 Yes, sir. 850 00:51:33,027 --> 00:51:35,154 However, the symptoms of the new victims 851 00:51:35,238 --> 00:51:37,448 are identical to those of the victims seven years ago. 852 00:51:38,199 --> 00:51:41,494 Joojin Chemical is continuing to use life-threatening chemicals. 853 00:51:41,577 --> 00:51:43,538 We demand the search and seizure... 854 00:51:43,621 --> 00:51:45,164 Jo Gap-yeong speaking. 855 00:51:46,958 --> 00:51:48,251 That was tasty. 856 00:51:49,252 --> 00:51:50,378 The meat was a bit tough. 857 00:51:53,006 --> 00:51:55,675 That viper is making a mess everywhere. 858 00:51:55,925 --> 00:51:57,260 What a headache. 859 00:51:57,635 --> 00:51:58,636 Is Jang Tae-jun 860 00:51:59,178 --> 00:52:00,054 behind all this? 861 00:52:00,138 --> 00:52:01,973 Who else could it be? 862 00:52:03,224 --> 00:52:05,643 He hasn't changed a bit, I guess. 863 00:52:06,185 --> 00:52:07,437 By the way, 864 00:52:08,062 --> 00:52:10,606 I thought Ms. Kang and Jang Tae-jun broke up. 865 00:52:10,982 --> 00:52:12,984 But apparently, they're still a match made in heaven. 866 00:52:13,735 --> 00:52:15,319 They must have missed the good old days. 867 00:52:15,862 --> 00:52:17,572 That's what usually happens. 868 00:52:29,542 --> 00:52:31,586 You still have a big appetite. 869 00:52:32,795 --> 00:52:34,547 I'm a cow being dragged to the slaughterhouse. 870 00:52:35,423 --> 00:52:37,175 I should have a full belly to have strength 871 00:52:37,258 --> 00:52:39,177 to at least put up a fight with my butcher. 872 00:52:42,430 --> 00:52:43,681 You sound like you have a plan. 873 00:52:44,599 --> 00:52:47,310 But I can't make it happen by myself. 874 00:52:47,393 --> 00:52:49,353 I need your help. 875 00:52:53,399 --> 00:52:55,693 I'd love to defend you, 876 00:52:56,194 --> 00:52:57,695 but my mouth is not mine. 877 00:53:01,240 --> 00:53:05,286 I guess I'm not the only one who fell into Jang Tae-jun's trap. 878 00:53:09,582 --> 00:53:12,668 From Joojin Chemical's chemical exposure incident 879 00:53:13,419 --> 00:53:15,922 to Chairperson Lee's recent bribery allegations, 880 00:53:16,005 --> 00:53:19,509 doubts about the prosecution's investigations have continuously existed. 881 00:53:19,592 --> 00:53:21,844 Mr. Jang, we're here to talk about prosecution reform. 882 00:53:21,928 --> 00:53:24,388 Why would you bring up irrelevant incidents? 883 00:53:24,472 --> 00:53:28,810 The incidents I just mentioned expose the problems the prosecution has. 884 00:53:28,893 --> 00:53:30,812 Did you say that they're irrelevant? 885 00:53:30,895 --> 00:53:32,772 I'd like to know why. 886 00:53:32,855 --> 00:53:35,817 Is there any reason why these incidents shouldn't come to light? 887 00:53:35,900 --> 00:53:37,151 That's not it. 888 00:53:37,235 --> 00:53:41,405 I just want you to clearly explain how those incidents are related to our topic. 889 00:53:41,489 --> 00:53:42,782 Continue. 890 00:53:43,616 --> 00:53:46,369 The prosecution tends to go easy 891 00:53:46,452 --> 00:53:49,038 on political authority and conglomerates. 892 00:53:49,122 --> 00:53:50,665 When prosecutors are involved in a case, 893 00:53:50,748 --> 00:53:52,125 whether former or current, 894 00:53:52,208 --> 00:53:54,252 no investigation or indictment is carried out. 895 00:53:54,669 --> 00:53:57,296 To root out these bad practices, 896 00:53:57,380 --> 00:53:58,965 we need a thorough reorganization. 897 00:53:59,048 --> 00:54:01,968 But at this critical moment, the Minister of Justice 898 00:54:02,051 --> 00:54:04,178 is filling the prosecution with people on his side 899 00:54:04,262 --> 00:54:05,555 despite all opposition. 900 00:54:05,638 --> 00:54:08,266 You're getting off the subject again. 901 00:54:08,349 --> 00:54:11,853 Isn't power adjustment between the prosecution and the police the key? 902 00:54:11,936 --> 00:54:14,021 You agreed to reducing the prosecution's power earlier. 903 00:54:14,772 --> 00:54:15,690 Yes, I do. 904 00:54:15,773 --> 00:54:18,526 But I do not think the goal of prosecution reform 905 00:54:18,609 --> 00:54:21,279 is to reduce the prosecution's power. 906 00:54:21,362 --> 00:54:24,615 It should be a means, not an end. 907 00:54:38,004 --> 00:54:41,340 The key to power adjustment between the prosecution and the police 908 00:54:42,341 --> 00:54:44,594 is not to reduce power on one side or how power is divided. 909 00:54:44,677 --> 00:54:48,306 It is to introduce an advanced investigation system that reflects 910 00:54:48,389 --> 00:54:50,474 the principle of checks and balances. 911 00:54:51,434 --> 00:54:54,854 The goal of prosecution reform should be to strengthen mutual cooperation 912 00:54:54,937 --> 00:54:57,315 between the prosecution and the police. 913 00:54:57,398 --> 00:54:59,734 I have something to say to the Minister. 914 00:54:59,817 --> 00:55:02,361 The reform plan submitted by the Ministry of Justice shows 915 00:55:02,445 --> 00:55:04,739 the Ministry's determination to hold on to its right 916 00:55:04,822 --> 00:55:07,617 to directly investigate, control police investigations, 917 00:55:07,700 --> 00:55:10,828 and execute sentences, as well as its exclusive right to indict. 918 00:55:10,912 --> 00:55:15,499 It goes directly against the public demand for prosecution reform. 919 00:55:15,583 --> 00:55:18,753 I ask you to contemplate what the public truly wants 920 00:55:18,836 --> 00:55:21,297 and propose new plans accordingly. 921 00:55:21,380 --> 00:55:24,175 Look at him, all excited. 922 00:55:25,051 --> 00:55:26,469 That punk. 923 00:55:34,810 --> 00:55:38,439 When fall radishes are this thick, it means the winter is going to be cold. 924 00:55:38,522 --> 00:55:41,192 The winter has to be cold for the viper to go into its hole. 925 00:55:43,069 --> 00:55:46,656 But I can't let it disappear into its hole so easily. 926 00:55:46,906 --> 00:55:50,076 I'll pull out all its teeth, 927 00:55:51,244 --> 00:55:53,996 skin it neatly, 928 00:55:54,080 --> 00:55:57,625 and hang its skin in the sun first. Shouldn't I? 929 00:56:05,049 --> 00:56:08,302 To do that, I need a snake hunter. 930 00:56:10,221 --> 00:56:12,640 Can you help me with that? 931 00:56:18,479 --> 00:56:20,773 As long as you can let me off my leash, 932 00:56:21,274 --> 00:56:22,942 it sounds like a good deal. 933 00:56:35,830 --> 00:56:37,873 I have something to say to the Minister. 934 00:56:38,416 --> 00:56:40,876 The reform plan submitted by the Ministry of Justice shows 935 00:56:41,168 --> 00:56:43,421 the Ministry's determination to hold on to its right 936 00:56:43,504 --> 00:56:46,799 to directly investigate, control police investigations, 937 00:56:47,091 --> 00:56:50,219 and execute sentences, as well as its exclusive right to indict. 938 00:56:53,681 --> 00:56:58,561 It goes directly against the public demand for prosecution reform. 939 00:56:59,145 --> 00:57:01,981 I ask you to contemplate what the public truly wants... 940 00:57:02,064 --> 00:57:02,982 Hi, Seung-u. 941 00:57:03,065 --> 00:57:06,277 Hi. It's about Assemblyman Lee Seong-min's campaign fund rumors. 942 00:57:06,360 --> 00:57:07,695 Okay. Did you ask around? 943 00:57:07,778 --> 00:57:09,905 -What's the biggest problem... -The public demand... 944 00:57:10,281 --> 00:57:13,159 What do you think of the Ministry's appointments? 945 00:57:14,118 --> 00:57:16,954 The prosecution's collusion with politicians should come to an end. 946 00:57:17,038 --> 00:57:20,124 The prosecution should stop wielding absolute power over the nation. 947 00:57:20,416 --> 00:57:25,755 It should be democratically controlled and serve the nation. 948 00:57:25,838 --> 00:57:27,506 I believe that's what the public wants. 949 00:57:28,007 --> 00:57:31,385 The key to power adjustment between the prosecution and the police 950 00:57:32,261 --> 00:57:33,971 is not to reduce power on one side 951 00:57:34,055 --> 00:57:35,348 -or how power is divided. -Thanks. 952 00:57:35,473 --> 00:57:38,601 It is to introduce an advanced investigation system that reflects... 953 00:57:42,688 --> 00:57:43,731 The hearing is over. 954 00:57:44,440 --> 00:57:45,608 I'm on my way to the office. 955 00:57:46,233 --> 00:57:49,695 -Check Mr. Jo's schedule. -Yes, sir. By the way, 956 00:57:50,029 --> 00:57:52,406 the information about Assemblyman Lee's campaign fund probably 957 00:57:52,490 --> 00:57:53,949 leaked out from the prosecution. 958 00:57:54,033 --> 00:57:56,035 An internal investigation is going on. 959 00:57:56,160 --> 00:57:57,286 Who is in charge of the case? 960 00:57:58,037 --> 00:57:59,080 Mr. Jang. 961 00:58:03,793 --> 00:58:07,129 Chief Prosecutor Choe Gyeong-cheol of Special Investigation Team. 962 00:58:08,506 --> 00:58:10,675 You really impressed me at the hearing. 963 00:58:10,758 --> 00:58:12,468 I'm Prosecutor Choe Gyeong-cheol. 964 00:58:15,513 --> 00:58:16,722 I see. Thank you. 965 00:58:21,394 --> 00:58:24,188 So, you attended the hearing? 966 00:58:25,272 --> 00:58:27,233 I see you're very interested in the committee. 967 00:58:40,955 --> 00:58:41,914 Well, 968 00:58:42,081 --> 00:58:44,542 I'm not that interested 969 00:58:45,584 --> 00:58:47,336 in prosecution reform though. 970 00:58:48,337 --> 00:58:52,049 I was just curious about what kind of person you were. 971 00:58:53,718 --> 00:58:55,886 I can tell from your expression that you already know 972 00:58:57,096 --> 00:58:59,265 that I'm doing an internal investigation into you. 973 00:58:59,348 --> 00:59:01,392 I thought the case was closed. 974 00:59:02,560 --> 00:59:05,104 On paper, yes. But not for me. 975 00:59:05,813 --> 00:59:07,815 If you're trying to make a political issue out of it, 976 00:59:07,898 --> 00:59:09,608 you better give up. 977 00:59:14,113 --> 00:59:15,448 Mr. Jang. 978 00:59:18,993 --> 00:59:20,161 I know 979 00:59:21,078 --> 00:59:22,580 people like you very well. 980 00:59:23,330 --> 00:59:26,333 I know how you climbed all the way up here from the bottom. 981 00:59:28,169 --> 00:59:32,715 You dress yourself in fancy clothes, but the stink of the gutter remains. 982 00:59:33,966 --> 00:59:36,552 Politics? I'm not interested in it at all. 983 00:59:36,635 --> 00:59:40,306 My job is to put trash in its place. 984 00:59:43,184 --> 00:59:44,643 See you around. 985 00:59:55,738 --> 01:00:00,201 I wanted Tae-jun to lead me to the Blue House. 986 01:00:00,284 --> 01:00:02,036 What a shame. 987 01:00:02,787 --> 01:00:06,123 But public support is much better than what Jang has to offer. 988 01:00:06,207 --> 01:00:07,124 You're right. 989 01:00:07,541 --> 01:00:09,502 Do you know what the public hates the most? 990 01:00:09,585 --> 01:00:11,921 Assemblymen who line their pockets with taxpayers' money. 991 01:00:13,464 --> 01:00:16,175 By putting corrupt politicians in prison, 992 01:00:16,258 --> 01:00:18,469 I can change the public opinion about me. 993 01:00:18,552 --> 01:00:21,263 Of course. Here, sir. 994 01:00:24,934 --> 01:00:29,563 I think I should add a nice title to Tae-jun's profile too. 995 01:00:29,647 --> 01:00:30,481 Pardon? 996 01:00:30,564 --> 01:00:31,941 This government's 997 01:00:33,192 --> 01:00:35,820 first sitting assemblyman to get arrested. 998 01:00:39,031 --> 01:00:40,199 Sure. 999 01:00:41,659 --> 01:00:42,785 That's right. 1000 01:00:57,299 --> 01:00:58,342 Ms. Kang. 1001 01:01:11,230 --> 01:01:12,857 I didn't mean to startle you. 1002 01:01:12,940 --> 01:01:14,817 I was just so excited to see you. 1003 01:01:14,900 --> 01:01:16,694 I didn't know you live here. 1004 01:01:17,194 --> 01:01:18,696 Quite a nice place you live in. 1005 01:01:18,779 --> 01:01:19,947 What are you doing here? 1006 01:01:20,030 --> 01:01:22,992 I've never paid you a visit since you became an assemblywoman, 1007 01:01:23,075 --> 01:01:26,328 so I thought I'd come over and congratulate you properly. 1008 01:01:27,788 --> 01:01:29,290 You didn't have to. 1009 01:01:29,373 --> 01:01:32,751 We'll see each other a lot in the Assembly from now on. 1010 01:01:33,627 --> 01:01:35,838 It seems like a lot has been going on at Joojin Chemical. 1011 01:01:35,921 --> 01:01:37,756 When you appear in the Assembly as a witness, 1012 01:01:37,840 --> 01:01:39,717 we'll get a chance to have a proper talk. 1013 01:01:42,344 --> 01:01:45,264 Why, you're just as gutsy as I've heard. 1014 01:01:46,640 --> 01:01:47,850 I'll take that as a compliment. 1015 01:01:49,143 --> 01:01:52,187 You'll receive a witness summon soon. 1016 01:01:54,106 --> 01:01:55,441 Ms. Kang. 1017 01:01:58,944 --> 01:02:00,279 Be careful. 1018 01:02:00,821 --> 01:02:04,658 It's not a good idea to be out so late without even a personal secretary. 1019 01:02:04,742 --> 01:02:07,661 It's a dangerous world. 1020 01:03:24,822 --> 01:03:27,074 All the invisible wounds 1021 01:03:27,324 --> 01:03:29,451 eventually become an invisible weapon. 1022 01:03:32,121 --> 01:03:33,330 The venom has filled up. 1023 01:03:34,415 --> 01:03:35,833 -Meanwhile, -Mr. Jang. 1024 01:03:35,916 --> 01:03:37,543 the first prosecution personnel change 1025 01:03:37,668 --> 01:03:39,962 since Minster Song took office was carried out today. 1026 01:03:40,045 --> 01:03:43,841 Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office will be led by Choe Gyeong-cheol 1027 01:03:43,924 --> 01:03:45,342 from the Special Investigation Team. 1028 01:03:45,426 --> 01:03:47,886 His promotion to chief came five years earlier than expected... 1029 01:03:47,970 --> 01:03:51,390 Once revealed, your fangs can't be hidden again. 1030 01:03:51,473 --> 01:03:53,475 ...Minister Song's determination to carry out reform. 1031 01:03:53,559 --> 01:03:55,477 Prosecutor Choe is known 1032 01:03:55,561 --> 01:03:58,355 to push forward investigations 1033 01:03:58,439 --> 01:04:02,276 without being affected by any outside pressure or rumors. 1034 01:04:02,776 --> 01:04:04,278 Starting with this personnel change, 1035 01:04:05,571 --> 01:04:08,741 the prosecution will reorganize to deal with many urgent problems 1036 01:04:08,824 --> 01:04:10,701 including prosecution reform 1037 01:04:10,784 --> 01:04:13,662 and fighting corruption among high-ranking officials... 1038 01:04:13,746 --> 01:04:15,456 But remember. 1039 01:04:16,331 --> 01:04:18,709 If you fail to take down your enemy at once, 1040 01:04:19,418 --> 01:04:21,837 you'll be the one going down. 1041 01:04:34,099 --> 01:04:36,435 PERSONNEL CHANGE TO INITIATE REFORM AND FIGHT CORRUPTION 1042 01:04:53,100 --> 01:05:01,053 Subtitle translation by Min-jin Kim 1043 01:05:10,855 --> 01:05:13,742 CHIEF OF STAFF 2 1044 01:05:13,847 --> 01:05:16,850 You'll learn that you shouldn't have messed with Minister Song. 1045 01:05:16,934 --> 01:05:18,519 We need clearer cases 1046 01:05:18,602 --> 01:05:21,188 of chemical exposures. 1047 01:05:21,271 --> 01:05:23,857 Watch your step. You might break your nose. 1048 01:05:23,941 --> 01:05:26,360 You're doing an internal investigation into Mr. Jang? 1049 01:05:27,694 --> 01:05:28,612 I'll request a warrant. 1050 01:05:28,695 --> 01:05:30,697 Do you have to go this far? 1051 01:05:30,781 --> 01:05:34,368 I don't think that's for you to say after stabbing me in the back. 1052 01:05:34,451 --> 01:05:36,954 I'll show you who I am. I'll make you regret this. 1053 01:05:37,454 --> 01:05:38,997 By all means. 1054 01:05:41,471 --> 01:05:44,182 Ripped and synced by gabbyu's Subs