Cho Pan Shik
Fictional Character
A native of Jeju Island, born and raised, he is a bus driver traversing the Jeju Circular Road. At the age of 21, he obtained his driver's license and traveled to the mainland, where he fell in love with a woman named Go Mi Ja in Seoul. With his driver's license in one hand and Go Mi Ja's hand in the other, he returned to Samdal-ri. Even after 40 years, his gaze towards Go Mi Ja remains unwavering.
Although he loves his hometown Jeju, deep down in his heart, there is a desire to leave the island and experience freedom. However, as always, he restrains his desires.
(Source: Korean = NamuWiki || Translation: MyDramaList)