Lovers in Bloom (The Rose of Sharon has Bloomed / Moogoonghwa Kkotyi Pieotseubmida /무궁화 꽃이 피었습니다)

Is that why you're dressed in uniform?

- Was it for this? - Yes.

How did you know?

I find you most attractive in uniform and your hair like this.

I'll take that as a compliment.

The great Cha Tae Jin has prepared a surprise for me.

No one will believe this.

I can't believe it myself.

But...

you haven't given me an answer yet.

I'm sorry for putting you in a hard spot.

I know why you're hesitating,

but don't look back or worry about the future.

Just focus on me.

I'll focus on just you as well.

Don't listen to what others say.

Okay?

I want to do as you say,

but the happier I am with you,

the sorrier I am towards Woo Ri.

I'll try...

to be a good father to Woo Ri.

After my mom left,

my heart had become cold.

But you came into my life and filled it with warmth.

Just like that, I want to fill Woo Ri's heart with...

the love of a father.

Tae Jin.

I know what it's like...

not to have a father.

I know how lonely and empty it feels...

and how much she'd want for it to be filled.

That's nothing to worry about.

I'd be so happy I'd dance.

I know.

It's something to be happy about, but I'm holding her back.

It's been eight years since Goong Hwa's husband passed.

This has never happened before.

You're right.

Seeing that prideful girl...

holding it in without saying a word,

proves that she likes him a lot.

That's right.

Did you ever feel that strongly for someone?

You should be happy for her. Why are you trying to spoil it?

Life is short.

You should let her live with the person she loves.

His family is already getting upset over it.

Of course they are.

Did you expect them to welcome her with open arms?

They'll understand when they get to know her.

There aren't many women who are as thoughtful,

sweet and warm as Goong Hwa.

That's just what we think.

I'm home.

Hi.

Hi, Goong Hwa.

You look good. It must be because you're dating.

Why are you giving me that look?

I'm on your side no matter what.

Thanks.

Woo Ri is in my room. Look in on her.

Okay.

Why did you say that?

What are you doing, Woo Ri?

What's this? Is it rice cake?

No, they're flowers.

I'm sorry. What kind of flowers?

Are they roses?

No, they're roses of Sharon.

This is for you.

Did you make this for Mom?

Yes.

You're tired from working hard because of me every day.

Why would you say that? I'm not tired at all.

I feel energetic whenever I see you.

Me too. You're my most favorite person in the world.

This is all you need...

to add to your flower.

Wow, it looks like a real rose of Sharon.

Mom, I'll make the next one.

I'll make you 100 roses of Sharon.

Let's see.

I ordered some herbal medicine.

Make sure Sang Chul takes it when it comes.

Yes, Mother.

I don't need herbal medicine. You should take it.

Why would I need it when I'm always at home?

Being a security man is no easy job.

You work night shifts at your age.

I'm home.

Did you just get home?

- You should get some rest. - Okay.

Did you have something today? You're in uniform.

Yes, Dad.

Did you have dinner?

Yes, I did.

Would you like some fruit?

No, don't worry about me.

Good night.

I'll get him a snack.

Tae Jin won't be able to be stubborn and keep this up.

So take good care of Choon Rae.

I will.

Maybe he's making up...

for being such a good son all this time.

It may seem like he can't live without her,

but this will pass.

I wish he would cause me pain with something else.

- What are you doing? - What?

I'm preparing Tae Jin a snack.

Is he home?

Yes, he just came home.

I'll take it to him.

Would you?

Wait, how do you know Officer Moo's mother?

What? Oh.

Officer Moo's brother works with Ju Young.

That's how I know her.

Did you know about her and Tae Jin earlier?

Of course not.

How would I know they were dating?

Anyway, things always seem so complicated with you.

- I need to talk to you. - All right.

Not at home, but outside.

All right, I'll go to you after work tomorrow.

You're home.

I need a friend, not a brother right now.

I'm listening.

He...

officially asked me to marry him today.

I like him.

So, did you say yes?

No.

I wanted to, but couldn't.

You know what? The moment he asked me,

I was so happy,

but then suddenly I felt scared.

I felt like something unfortunate would happen to me.

Probably, you got traumatized when your ex-husband died.

Even though it has been a long time,

you were in so much pain because of what happened to him.

It must have left a scar.

You became allergic to alcohol because of that too.

But Goong Hwa, remember that not everything ends up badly.

There are more people who become happy after a hardship.

To me, Mr. Cha seems reliable.

Trust him and wait.

That's what makes me sad.

That it's the only thing I can do right now.

He said he'll take care of everything.

I feel like I'm just burdening him.

Do you know how happy it can be to bear that kind of burden?

It breaks a man's heart when he can't hold onto his girlfriend...

and protect her.

Su Hyuk.

It must be hard for Mr. Cha, but I'm sure he's happy...

that there's something he can do for you.

Trust me. Okay?

We're back.

- Good job. - We're back.

Good job in the hot weather.

Have things been sorted out in that neighborhood?

Probably because a murder happened in the area,

the residents seemed uneasy.

I think we should increase patrols in that area.

That's the least we can do to make them feel safe.

Even I don't want to pass through the street.

The residents must be terrified.

Officer Moo, are you okay?

I'm getting used to it.

People think that we only check traffic violation,

and deal with drunken people, but we have to see murder scenes.

That's right.

There's nothing we don't do.

We're multi-players.

Even if I don't tell you otherwise,

you all should check around the murder scene.

- Yes, sir. - Yes, sir.

Here you go, Mr. Cha.

- This is for you, Mr. Park. - Okay.

Officer Choi.

Officer Moo and Corporal Jang.

Not again.

- I have to give them a gift. - Gosh.

Assistant Inspector Yang and Officer Oh denied it, but see?

They're getting married after all.

A female assistant inspector...

and a policeman who's much younger than her.

They got caught kissing, and it caused a mess.

Assistant Inspector Yang was transferred to another department.

Of course.

Would they even be able to do their work properly together?

There's nothing wrong with police officers to date another officer.

We are too busy working...

to meet someone outside of our workplace.

Hey. Why are you so worked up about it?

In our team, there are also... 1, 2, 3.

As many as three people couldn't get married yet.

Why 3 people? All 5 of us are single.