The lead role of the father is assayed by veteran actor Yoo Dong geun. From 1980 he has worked in several shows. His kind eyes are his notable feature. In ‘Gu Family book’ he is the patriotic naval officer who has secret plans to build turtle ships that could help in fighting the Japanese warships.
Along with his wife Jeon In-hwa they have featured in many historical dramas. Her “Ladies of the palace’won the Grand prize at 2001 SBS drama awards & Best TV actress at 2002 Baeksang Arts Awards.
In the 38th episode of the show, the children are discovering that their father is very sick. The deadline of 3 months is because he may not survive beyond that. At the most 6 months. His cancer has spread to different organs. His backache is one of the symptoms.
Gang shim is crying copiously & Mr Moon also knows why her father had put that ridiculous clause of 10 dates for her. His love for her is growing & making him take care of her. This new side of his is endearing.
Gang jae now finds time to have breakfast with the family. He moves in with the family & sends his wife to his in-laws. But his father-in-law is supportive & sends his daughter to be with the family along with her husband.
Dal bong discovers his competitor had been destroying his tofu trays & not Mr Yoon. His bond with Seo-ul is getting stronger. They are warming up to the idea of getting married eventually. We never doubted that. But it is nice to see them in smiles.
Crossing all the storms on their way is what it’s about. The death should not be the end, I hope. Too many loose ends yet to wrap up.
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