Love Scout (나의 완벽한 비서)

THE CHARACTERS, INSTITUTIONS, COMPANIES, AND PLACES

DEPICTED IN THIS DRAMA ARE ENTIRELY FICTIONAL

I guess it's okay for you to stop coming here, Byeol.

You're good to go.

- Really? - Yes, really.

You did so well.

Would you go and play with your teacher for a while?

Let's go outside, Byeol.

Um…

Is she really okay?

Yes.

It may not be a complete recovery,

but her mental state is quite healthy.

I think we can stop with her therapy.

And I have a present for you.

MIND HEALING BOOK YU BYEOL

Thank you for focusing on her for a year.

BYEOL - DAD

Hurry, Daddy!

DODAM BOOK STORE

Uncle Kang-seok!

Long time no see, Byeol.

Did you go to therapy today?

Yes, and they said I don't need to go there again!

Oh, really?

Well, that calls for celebration.

You can choose any book here.

- It'll be my gift. - Really?

Congratulations.

You deserve it.

Now all you need to do is take care of your work problem.

Are you applying?

I'll have to spend more time--

Geez.

It's fine.

You okay, Byeol?

I wonder where you got that greed from.

Fine, it's all yours.

Uncle, let's celebrate at home.

Shall we?

DODAM BOOK STORE

He divorced before Byeol was a year old?

He has raised that girl alone?

Pretty much. He went through a lot.

He's competent and hardworking.

That's why I wanted to take Ji-yun with us to introduce her to Eun-ho.

I feel bad about delivering bad news when he's invited us for dinner.

Why? Is there no position at your company?

Can't you do something about it?

There are no open positions in the HR department yet.

Disciplinary termination is an issue,

and the general manager who got him fired

seems to be going around, meddling with all the reference checks.

Is it that important?

Yeah.

There's nothing more definitive than what your former colleagues say about you.

It does affect us when a former boss intentionally bad-mouths our candidates.

Can't you do something about it?

I'll vouch for him.

It's funny how you're so protective when it comes to him.

- Were you like this in college as well? - Yeah.

How is it going?

It's that house at the end.

Yeah? Wow, cherry blossoms have bloomed.

Here we are.

- Huh? - What's this?

DEAR MR. DELIVERY MAN, PLEASE HELP YOURSELF, THANK YOU

This is so thoughtful. Take a look at this.

- Maybe I'll have one. - Sure. If you were a delivery guy.

Just look at that cherry blossom. It's so beautiful.

They're in full bloom.

- Welcome, you two. - Hello.

- Come on in. - Thanks for having us.

It's an honor to finally meet Kang-seok's wife.

I've been meaning to see you for so long.

I know, right? I heard so much about you as well.

- Look who we have here. - Hello.

- Hello. - Hi, Byeol.

This is for you.

- Thank you. - Thank you.

- I love how lovely and sweet your home is. - Wow.

You said it was a simple dinner party. This isn't simple at all.

What, this is normal for us. You've seen it before.

- Have I? - Have a seat.

So I have.

- Please, make yourself comfortable. - Thank you.

You must have been cooking all day.

It was no trouble.

This is such a fancy spread.

Wait.

Hey. Yeah?

Help me out here, I really am desperate.

Can't you find a good secretary?

Your soybean soup is ready.

We need someone who understands our industry.

It'd be best if they had experience in human resources.

Someone who is organized and spotless.

Yeah.

Schedule management is crucial.

FREEZER, FRIDGE, CABINET

Perfect if they have a good memory and common sense to boot.

Oh, and most importantly,

it should be someone who can handle Ms. Kang, who's known to be a mess.

A person like that surely wouldn't have any HR experience, right?

Let me call you back later.

JOB APPLICATION

MANAGER AT HANSU ELECTRONICS

HR DEVELOPMENT TEAM

Jackpot.

- My secretary? - Yup.

It's a fine morning, Ms. Kang.

Just wait there for a minute.

Explain yourself. What happened? Why is he here?

I told you, he's your new secretary.

So tell me why. Why is he my secretary?

He checks all of our boxes perfectly.

Do you have any idea who he is?

He is a former human resources manager at Hansu Electronics.

He has a working knowledge of human resources, is well organized,

and exceptionally good at managing troublemakers like you.

As for personality, my husband can vouch.

So, is there anything else you want to know?

I don't need a rundown.

Well, he's the perfect candidate. He's more than qualified.

Don't overreact.

I've worked in a search firm as an accountant for five years.

With his record, he should be music to your ears.

I've got an eye for spotting good people too, you know.

So, trust my judgment and take him as your secretary.

- Got that? - Yeah, no thanks.

Why? Give me a reason.

That's the guy. Yu Eun-ho.

Yes, he's Eun-ho.

I'm saying he's the one who screwed me over.

Mr. Yang's case!

That means he's super competent! Hot damn!

KANG JI-YUN, CEO

So the CEO that you're referring to…

is Kang Ji-yun of Peoplez?

That was quick. Her reputation precedes her, huh?

But you know what?

She isn't as bad as they say.

Sure, she may be demanding.

I do admit that,

but I promise it'll help your career.

You'll get a chance to see all kinds of people and positions.

It'll extend your capabilities in human resources.

There are things you can't see unless you're working from the inside.

Six months.

All I'm asking is help us for six months.

I promise I'll help you transfer to anywhere you want to go.

Broaden your experience here

and move to a better place.

How can you say that for certain?

Your daughter.

I can guarantee time to spend with her.

Sweety, wouldn't it be nice if you can spend more time with your dad?

Yes. But…

I like it when Dad comes home early,

but I also want him to get me more of those.

What?

- Would that be possible? - Byeol, that's--

I'll raise your salary by fifty percent!

Fifty percent?

I'm sure I can do that.

Daddy. She's got my vote.

There has been some kind of mistake.

We can't hire you.

For everything that happened…

I mean, I'm so sorry

for everything I said that day.

I heard everything from Mr. Yang.

I'll do my best if you give me the chance.

So you really want to work here?

As my secretary? You?

Yes.

Do you have any idea what we do around here?

We steal away core talent

and cause massive turmoil in companies.

Are you okay with that?

Oh, that's right.

What was it that you said? We have no morals here?

What I said that day…

The plant's dead.

Are you looking for…

Can you believe how stiff she is?

Are you okay?

- Am I fired? - No, no.

I know her well.

You have nothing to worry about.

- Your willingness is what counts. - But…

You're the only one I'll accept. So, can you handle it?

You have to. Please, say yes.

The condition still remains, right?

I swear on my husband's name.

And I with Byeol's.

Okay, everyone. Can I have your attention for a second.

I want to introduce someone.

This is Yu Eun-ho, who'll be joining us today.

He'll be taking on the role of Ms. Kang's secretary.