Blood
Episode 8
Gong Ja Bok, you can't keep doing this!
Let go of it!
He's been doing this since he got up.
We've been trying to do it by force, but we can't get it off.
Look!
Patient Gong Ja Bok. Pull back the blanket.
How long has he been bleeding for?
We're just seeing it now too.
He had the blanket over his head the entire time.
If he was shivering like this, you should've done something!
But his temperature, blood pressure, and pulse were all normal.
Get Metoprine 50.
And call Chief Jung Ji Tae of the Hematoma Department.
Yes.
Why are you calling Chief Jung?
This patient needs to be put into quarantine.
These are the results of the bloodwork that you ordered yesterday, Chief.
This patient has contracted a highly contagious, unidentified virus.
- An unidentified virus? - Yes.
We need to quarantine him and identify the virus.
Chief Park is in charge of the management of this patient.
Who are you to talk about quarantine?
I think quarantine would be best, as well.
If it really is highly contagious...
it's not just the patient that's in danger, it's the entire hospital.
I will continue to care for him.
Isn't Friday your last day at this hospital?
Then I will take over in place of the chief.
No.
From now on, it would be best if ID and the New Drug Team took over.
- Please work together with the ID Team. - Yes.
Are you just going to let them take your patient like this?
It's already been decided. What can I do about it?
And he has a virus, so a quarantine is necessary.
I'm not sure I buy the results.
He's your patient so you ought to know.
That patient is infected with a virus, is he?
Besides the shivering and bleeding...
he has no symptoms whatsoever of high fever, diarrhea
muscle aches, and difficulty breathing.
They say it's an unidentified virus.
The symptoms could be unique.
Even so, there should be basic existing symptoms.
You knew that and that's why you called Chief Jung, isn't that right?
And every time that New Drug Team Leader talks, it gets on my nerves...
Gosh, seriously!
Has the patient been put into quarantine?
Yes okay. Please let me know if there are other updates.
Chairman, I have something urgent to report to you.
There was really blood in the nose and ears?
Yes.
What do you think, Chief?
At the very least, it did not look like early stages of a virus.
You're correct.
It's a very lethal adverse reaction stemming from antibodies in the body.
Those antibodies that cause adverse effects
can kill healthy cells while they attack the virus in the bloodstream.
When this happens, thrombocytes will also get destroyed.
That's why the patient's organs and mucous membrane were bleeding.
And hemostasis didn't happen.
So to summarize, the patient was already infected with another virus.
And today's events occurred because of antibodies, right?
That's the hypothesis.
During the early stages of an unknown virus...
it does not make sense for today's events to have occurred.
So there's a high probability that the tests results were fake.
Yes. When I saw the blood platelet count, I had assumed they were fake.
I guess the blood platelet count came out normal.
As for the medical document in the ID department...
please make the changes that I asked for.
Yes, Director.
I'm glad we've become partners, Doctor.
It's my honor.
Then... I'll be on my way.
What did I always say?
If you fail with the preparation, then you must prepare for failure.
I'm sorry.
I won't make that mistake again.
Please... allow me to keep the promise I made you.
If you make one more mistake...
I'll assume that the promise has been revoked.
By the way, why did you order bloodwork on that patient?
In the past, the patient had an extreme fever for a week.
He got better on his own.
Looking at the length of infection and symptoms, chances are it was H1N1.
If he got better on his own, it means he developed antibodies.
It was those antibodies that reacted poorly with an unknown medication.
And thus he experienced shivers while maintaining a normal temperature.
Yes.
Something that can cause normal virus antibodies to react abnormally...
It means this is something abnormal.
Okay, so where do we go from here?
What do you mean?
We need to find out everything on the New Drug Team.
Even if we need a general meeting.
You think you can make that happen?
We need to talk directly to the Chairman.
I don't know. Is that really the best idea?
Then why don't you give us a suggestion before you leave the hospital?
And here I thought you were just starting to care about ward 21A.
How unfortunate.
Well never mind that.
Back to what we were talking about inside...
Those antibodies that cause adverse effects in bloodstreams.
Yes.
That is a very rare case.
You know a lot about it.
I read a thesis about it.
I usually don't like saying these things.
Can I say something?
Unless you have some grudge to repay or a debt to you need to receive...
if it isn't something urgent like that...
why don't you stick around the hospital a bit longer?
I feel like it's five minutes before the deciding round.
Let's work together.
If you don't want to, I can't force you.
What do you think?
He said that, even to you?
Yes, he was so firm with his orders.
I can't bring up anything related to the New Drug Development Team anymore.
I'm sorry.
This is going too far.
What is it about that team?
You shouldn't say anything either.
You know how he is once he's made up his mind.
No way. Of course I have to speak to him.
We can't just leave the director alone anymore either.
Let's just wait and see.
We cannot be rash about this.
Oh yes. How is the Chairman's health these days?
Why do you ask? Does he seem unwell?
No, he always seemed well.
I wondered if I was being negligent.
He seems fine. Don't worry.
This is regrettable, Director.
I understand trial and error so I have made allowances for it.
It's all a part of the process.
However, I think this all happened faster than I imagined.
The problems are much smaller than you think.
Small problems pile on top of each other and become a large problem.
There was the patient who caused a scene a few days ago and was forced out.
I heard that he died in a car accident.
It has been less than a week since the ward opened.
- But already two patients... - I'm sorry to have worried you.
However, both patients had issues before being admitted into the hospital.
It was just that we had no knowledge.
We'll make sure to check the patients more thoroughly.
You said this to me once.
You asked me not to let my anxieties turn into doubt, but to trust you.
You must know this by now.
I have already chosen to trust you.
But in return, don't let my trust be in vain.
That is up to you, Director.
- Uncle! - Yes. Ri Ta.
Let's talk for a bit.
I have to head to an office meeting.
- Let's talk in the evening. - It's urgent.
- I just need a moment. - What is it?
Open up the research the New Drug Development Team is doing.
What's with everyone? Did the Associate Director put you up to this?
How could she?
That's not it. There really is a problem.
Today's events have nothing to do with the New Drug Team.
We don't know that for certain. We have very little knowledge.
I didn't say anything because this was your project.
But, I just can't do that anymore.
What's wrong with you? Why are you being so emotional?
And if someone on the outside finds out, you could be in big trouble.
That won't happen, so don't worry.
My goodness!
What kind of hospital allows pharmaceutical employees into the wards?
- Enough, stop it. - The Director is odd too.
I don't know what he said to you, Uncle...
I said, that's enough!
Even if it's you or the Associate Director...
if you bring up the Director or New Drug Team again...
you will receive official employee disciplines.
Do you understand?
So... what is the problem?
Ever since the New Drug Development Team came, there have been so many accidents.
We should never have let them in to begin with.
- It never felt right. - Hey now!
You all talk too much!
Why must you all be so biased?
If you want to advance medicine, new medicine must advance as well.
How long can we claim, 'We are doctors!'
and stake claim to our territory? Huh? Huh?
We didn't try to stake out territory.
So what I'm saying is... Don't do that in the future.
You know, you've changed quite a bit these days.
How should I put it?
The Director's speaker?
Oh yes!
You feel like a spokesman or something.
What should we have for lunch?
How about marinated crab and shabu shabu? You like that?
Let's go.
At your current state...
surgery and even other hospital work will become difficult.
At your current state, it's too difficult for you to work in surgery.
And here I thought you were just starting to care about ward 21A.
Why don't you stick around at the hospital a bit longer?
I feel like it's five minutes before the deciding round.
It's okay. You can eat it.
I already had some.
You should try it. It's new on the market, and it's really tasty.
I actually ran to get it. I was worried you might've left.
How is your health these days?
You were in the ER a few days ago, and you look tired during surgery these days.
Why do you ask about my health?
I'm sorry if I offended you. I didn't mean to pry.
Then tell me what you meant.
When people I love and respect are sick
I feel uneasy and sick too... ever since my mom passed away.
Anyway, I apologize. I was out of line.
You're really... just like Akabosia matsudoensis Kinoshita.
Akabosi... What is that?
Akabosia matsudoensis Kinoshita.
It's one of the rarest insects in the world. They are the only species in their genus.
Insects? Do I look like an insect?
No, that's not what I meant. I'm just saying you're a rare breed.
Oh... okay. Akabosia something something.
What is wrong with you?
Why get Ri Ta involved, and make this into a bigger issue?
You're mistaken... How can I dare...
I suspected as much.
Were you always this narrow minded?
What are you referring to...
Are you that unhappy that I brought Director Lee here?
That's not true. That's a huge misunderstanding.
The sacrifices you made for Taemin...
I rewarded you sufficiently for that.
So I don't know about others, but you should not be so greedy in front of me.
For the sake of Ri Ta, myself, and Taemin as well.
I will remain steadfast. So stop thinking that way and trust me.
Okay, however...
don't ever act out like this again.
The time you worked with me doesn't mean all your wrongdoings will be forgiven.
The doctor is here. He's here!
Lie on your back. It'll hurt more if you lie on your side.
What do I do... What do I do...
Prophenol 50. Stat!
Stay strong just a little longer. Just a bit more...
Why are you here?
When I see my dad...
I feel so hurt.
People keep saying this.
They say no matter how good the doctors are...
my dad will not be able to live long.
I didn't believe them at first.
But now I think that it's all true.
No matter how young I am...
I at least know that much.
I overheard others talking in the ward.
About my dad...
That it's better for him to die so he won't be in so much pain.
And our family won't have to suffer anymore.
But that he can't die because of me.
All because of me.
You know, my dad...
His dream is to walk me down the aisle on my wedding day.
And that's why he has that dream every night.
I feel like he's more ill because of me.
I feel so bad.
I won't pester doctors anymore.
I won't ask them to prolong my dad's life anymore.
- You shouldn't pull this out! - Let go! I don't want it!
Stop it, Na Jung! Please, Na Jung!
Oh my!
I don't want to eat either! I'm going to starve to death!
Na Jung, why would you die? I told you. You can get better...
I said I'm going to die! Who are you to say otherwise?
- What is this? - Don't you have eyes? It's rice on the floor!
You're going to keep speaking informally to me?
Yes. If you are upset, why don't you hit me again?
Let's not do this. I'll bring you another meal tray. Okay?
No, leave her be. She wants to starve herself to death.
From now on, no food for her.
- Professor... - To die, you shouldn't drink water either.
No water allowed either. Okay?
Fine! I won't eat or drink anything!
She had it pretty tough.
Her mother died four years ago. And her father died a year ago.
Her relatives didn't take her in.
So she was taken in by Child Services.
And soon after, she was diagnosed with liver cancer.
The Child Service workers told us
that she's been saying she wanted to die all this time.
She must've been scarred since her relatives abandoned her.
Anyway, Professor. Are you really going to starve Na Jung?
Of course not. We don't want her to die.
I thought you'd starve her for real.
At dinner time, bring something that smells really good to her room.
Something like a hot bar could be good.
Okay. There are many items downstairs that smell and taste yummy.
Do you find Chief Park easy to approach?
- No, of course not. - Really?
It doesn't really look like it.
When I was a resident, I couldn't even look at my chief in the eyes.
Uh, okay.
And you, don't be so cocky just because Chief chose you on the spot.
You might get punched or something. Got it?
Okay.
Is there a specific reason?
Okay. Will do.
In ward 21A, Lee Na Jung hasn't been discharged yet, right?
Yes. We're planning to administer the re-agents tonight.
- Just leave it for now. - Pardon?
Focus on treating her for now.
And postpone medicating her.
Can I ask why?
Just do as I say.
I finally feel a bit alive.
Thank you.
At times like this, you're more effective than my prayers.
Can I really get better with just medicine?
- Yes. - At least that's a relief.
I don't have to cause trouble for others with things like surgery.
If you're in too much pain, don't keep it to yourself. Call the nurses.
You're in a hospital.
You're not doing penance at a convent.
From birth to death...
everything is penance.
Dying is just a tiny bit more than a penance.
Is it easy for you to accept that?
Yes, of course. It's the impartial right given to everyone by the One above.
Nothing is equal to death in this world.
Wealthy or poor...
whether you're high class or low class...
don't you think so?
You haven't left work yet.
Yes, I should get going.
You must like trees.
This tree. I planted it on my first day which fell on National Tree Day.
Oh... I see.
It was a nursery tree from the chairman.
He said I should spend the same amount of time with Taemin as this tree does.
Thankfully, you and the tree have been with the hospital all along.
This tree almost got cut down during renovations.
It almost died from a disease once.
And some drunk started a fire here so it almost burnt down.
But it's still standing strong.
This tree doesn't represent me.
But it represents Taemin, which I've protected.
I won't allow anyone to pull it out or kill it.
As long as I'm living.
And thank you for your consideration.
Telling the chairman about my immature complaints.
I will make sure to pay you back.
I didn't do it to get something back.
Don't worry about it.
I thought you were leaving this place. What brings you to the OR so often?
Are you really leaving?
Why? You want me to reconsider?
No, not that. If you're leaving, you're leaving.
Should I throw a goodbye party?
No. There's no need.
No, I mean just me.
Not invite other busy people.
Before you leave, I have something I want to hear from you.
I have something to say as well.
I don't have anything to say to or hear from you.
I'm not interested in your life.
I'm the only one who knows your secret.
- You shouldn't be like this. - You using my secret to wield power...
It ends this week.
After I leave here, I will never have a reason to see you again.
- Boo! - Ah! Oh, my goodness. You...
I haven't seen you so immersed in work since your first year of residency.
- What are you looking at? - Just some personal research.
- What kind of research? - Nothing important. Just stuff.
Oh right! Ri Ta.
What?
Was it yesterday? Chief Park asked me about you.
- About what? - About your parents.
When, where, and how they passed away.
Why does he ask about that? It's none of his business.
You didn't tell him about it first?
- I got the impression you did. - No way.
Why would I talk about something so personal to him...
I knew that she was no longer in this world.
Just like my mom.
Having to let go when you don't want to is a sad thing...
You got drunk and over shared, didn't you?
Ugh, I need to quit drinking or something.
- Gosh, this is so embarrassing. But you know...
When a cool guy who doesn't care about anyone else's story shows interest.
Isn't it sexy?
Huh, now all sorts of random things are sexy to you, right?
No matter how much I think about it
there's one thing I can't comprehend.
- What is it? - You know, Director Lee...
He injects himself with a virus mix to increase his temperature.
In principle, it's fine. But once the infected's temperature goes higher than 28 degrees
the vessels and tissues will get overstrained and rupture. According to my research results.
Even your vessels and tissues are touch and go at 27 degrees.
How is Director Lee not affected?
All he has are symptoms similar to a bad flu.
There's something else. Something we aren't aware of.
Make sure to ask him next time.
Okay.
Oh, right! After you quit, where should we go?
What about Ukraine?
Wow, our mother-in-law's home country, Ukraine.
A country where Kim Tae Hee plows the soil and Jun Ji Hyun scatters agrochemicals.
Or, what about Venezuela?
Second only to the US, Venezuela has produced numerous
winners of Miss Universe pageants.
- It is also known as Republic of Beauties. - I'm not leaving.
- Oh? - I'm not leaving Korea.
- And I'm not leaving the hospital. - Are you insane?
You can't even stand to look at a drop of blood. How can you work...
You're not...
There is one thing you don't know about Park Ji Sang.
Park Ji Sang's most important value.
Park Ji Sang is the only infected with pure blood.
He was conceived by parents who were infected.
And was born as an infected infant.
The last 40 years
I've attempted to fertilize eggs from infected
men and women. Numerous times.
They all failed.
But Park Ji Sang was born healthy. This means...
Park Ji Sang, himself, is this virus's mutation.
The one and only mutation that survived.
This mutation has the most exceptional physical abilities.
Far beyond what other infected individuals have. And he's still evolving.
[Park Ji Sang]
[Evolution of Vampires]
[Interview with Vampires]
What the... What am I thinking?
There's no way.
How absurd.
[Interview with Vampires, Evolution of Vampires]
In movies or TV shows, vampires are often equated to demons or monsters
and portrayed as immortal beings.
However, a group of scholars theorized
that vampires are those who were infected
by a rampant virus in Western Europe during the Middle Ages.
The symptoms of the virus often coincides
with the abilities in fictional vampires.
Most notably, the superhuman ability to heal themselves...
What is this... Makes no sense.
You look like you have something difficult to say.
I need some blood. I don't need much. Just enough for two or three doses.
If you have the need, I can supply them continually.
No, that's enough for me.
Can I ask why you had a change of heart?
I think I need to finish treating my current patients, at the least.
Then you mean you won't leave the hospital?
Yes, for now.
Either way, I'm very thankful. The director as well.
As for ward 21A...
I think I need to oversee it directly.
That's what I was hoping for.
Ji Sang!
Since yesterday afternoon, it's back.
Was it the secured database?
No, it was from a personal IP.
The IP address
is from the Hematoma lab.
The Hematoma lab?
I'm sorry. You are not allowed entry.
Hey, look here. I'm not an outsider. I'm a doctor at this hospital.
- I'm the chief of Hematoma. - I'm sorry.
Only the interns in charge and the
New Drug Development team personnel have access.
- Where's Chief? - He's still doing his rounds.
Okay.
I'm sorry, but can I ask you to get me some coffee?
I'll be right back.
I'm sorry, Chief. I don't think I can share the diagnosis report.
Well, I can't really say anything since that's your call, Professor Lee.
But can you at least give me one hint?
What kind of hint?
In your opinion, is it early stages of hepatitis?
There's no high fever, or indicative symptoms.
It is rare, but not all hepatitis cases present high fever.
A rare case, huh?
But don't you think it's too unique of a case?
In any case, we are still analyzing the data.
I'm sure we'll have an accurate diagnosis soon.
Professor Lee.
To make someone dumb, you still need logic of some sort.
Why don't you come up with a more logical story?
- I didn't put any sugar. - Yes, that's good.
Being a fellow isn't easy, is it?
You know, it is what it is.
Are you conducting any research?
Yes, a new project the chief just started.
The chief...
Do you mind if I ask what kind of research?
Well, uh... that is...
It's about stem cell transplantation.
Related to medulloblastoma and stuff...
Oh, I see.
We've been controlling the bleeding by injecting platelets.
You think controlling blood will continually be an issue?
Yes, I think it'll be an ongoing problem.
It's not possible to treat it.
And all 21A patients are getting detailed bloodwork done?
We started this morning. We are planning to do a detailed analysis.
Oh and Director...
Chief Jung Ji Tae is continuing to be a problem.
I know.
Leave him for now.
But just in case, letting this patient go...
We should, shouldn't we?
Be a source for me for the free treatment ward.
This would be a news item in the medical field.
The Health Care and Welfare Department are also watching closely.
No, Editor.
The Chairman has said he does not want any media articles on it.
I thought that was why you asked to see me.
Then why?
How long have we known each other?
I've known you since I was a lost rookie.
Ten years and then three more.
Has it been that long?
But why are you suddenly asking that?
Editor, what I'm about to tell you now, you must keep it confidential.
It's not my intention.
But it could become a case of whistleblowing.
Yes, a new project the chief just started.
Chief, Patient Min Kyung Hee is ready for surgery.
Okay. I got it.
It's starting in ten minutes?
Okay, I'll be there soon.
Yes.
Patient Min Kyung Hee. Cholecystectomy.
I will be performing this operation instead of Chief Park.
Where is Chief Park Ji Sang?
Oh! You're here Director.
Chief Park had sudden issues related to enteritis.
It was unavoidable.
Come in.
I assume that you did not drink what I gave you yesterday.
Even though you made the decision, going through with it is not easy to do.
I am not merely trying to encourage you to consume blood.
I'm trying to get you to accept a natural way of life.
Like a carnivore consumes a carnivorous diet.
And a herbivore consumes a herbivorous diet.
I realize you still have a lack of trust when it comes to me.
However, your biggest ally...
I hope you come to realize, is me.
Thanks.
Wow... awesome.
Do you realize that's the the first time that you said 'thank you' to me?
I think it's the second time.
Last time, it wasn't sincere.
Do I seem sincere today?
A little bit.
What was the problem today?
Enteritis has become part of your repertoire of excuses now.
Well... you probably won't listen to me.
But, can't you reveal a bit of your issues to me at all?
Whether I'd be of help or not...
just tell me a tiny little bit.
I'll repay you in some other way.
You're here?
You can go on in.
No, I'll come back.
I'll report this story on my own without letting my boss know.
I'll organize everything and you'll see it in about two days.
Be prepared for it.
Doctor.
- Am I okay now? - Yes.
I'm so hungry.
I haven't eaten this entire time.
Don't you want to go outside and eat something good?
That sounds great.
What should I eat?
I want blood sausage stew.
Just thinking about it is making me drool.
If you want to eat it, of course you should eat it.
Chief?
I've been thinking and tomorrow is your last day.
I have an important appointment tomorrow so...
Follow me.
Well... it's not like we have time to go out for work dinners.
I kept it simple.
I can't go out because of my thesis so I ordered in.
Have some.
It's okay. You can eat it all, Doctor Yoo.
I wanted to ask you something before you left, Chief.
But, you refused to answer my questions a while ago.
I wanted you to share some information about your physical state.
Never mind that.
Wasn't there something you wanted to talk to me about?
Yes. You know it's just something I wanted to tell you.
People tell me I'm crazy for even remembering this.
I told you this before, didn't I?
That a local boy rescued me from the Jeju Island forest.
- From the wild dogs? - Yes.
It was real, but everyone tells me it was a dream.
They tell me I was imagining it because I had hurt my head.
For some reason, I felt like you might believe me.
Maybe because you're going through something inexplicable by science.
Anyway, that day, these wild dogs appeared in the forest.
- Maybe ten of them? - Ten... ten wild dogs?
That doesn't sound right. Isn't that too many?
How would you know?
Anyway, right then and there...
that boy came flying in out of nowhere.
I think he must have jumped about... 30 meters into the air.
- Are you sure it wasn't five meters? - No!
Just listen, okay?
But, that boy... he didn't seem human.
He was like what we call a vampire.
His face was pale.
He had long nails that came out.
He was extremely strong.
Sounds like a dream.
Hey now!
I'm asking you to listen here.
He killed all the wild dogs and then he tended to my wounds.
While looking at me lovingly.
And then...
Did he kiss my cheek saying I was pretty?
What the heck? You spat all over my food.
Kiss...
Kiss?
Yes.
Keep going. Keep going.
That's it. My dream-like real memories.
Do you believe what I'm saying?
No.
But, think about it for yourself.
Isn't there a slight possibility?
No.
And that day... My parents passed away.
Just like you found out when you did your little background check on me.
Well, it wasn't a background check. It was just...
I'm slightly grateful.
You didn't write me off as a crazy person as soon as you heard my story.
Do you have anything more to say?
If I don't, are you going to leave?
Then go. You have to pack your stuff.
- Why would I pack? - Aren't you leaving tomorrow?
Oh. I decided to stay actually.
Thanks for the drink.
Then you should have said so earlier!
Go outside and eat whatever you want.
Oh! It's over this way.
No one will try to catch you.
Not until you leave the hospital.
Yes.
What brings you here at this hour?
Did someone slap you or something?
Why is your expression that way?
What I'm going to ask you right now... Answer me properly.
What exactly is going on?
You have this picture too, don't you Chief?
- Tell me. - Why don't you tell me first?
- Where in the world did you get this... - I said... tell me.
Where are you going?
Move.
How did you get out of the ward?
I have to go.
No you can't. You can't go.
You can't go! You can't leave!
Help! Over here! Is anyone here?
Over here!
You're right. I have that picture too.
Then was it you who put it up on the secure database?
What?
Was it you who put it up and then deleted it right away?
That was not me.
Then how are you in possession of this?
[Doctor Yoo Ri Ta]
I'm not sure why you are interrogating me like this.
In fact, I'm the one who should be interrogating you.
What does that mean?
We'll get to the questions another time.
Why don't you pick up your phone?
It seems urgent.
What is it?
Where are you?
I'm in front of the building.
But, I think he went towards the back of the building.
Okay I'll head that way.
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