JTBC’s ‘Love Me’ is captivating viewers with the delicate romance unfolding between Seo Hyun-jin and Jang Ryul.
In the recent episode of JTBC’s Friday series ‘Love Me’, the unexpected intimate ending between Seo Jun-kyung (played by Seo Hyun-jin) and Joo Do-hyun (played by Jang Ryul) left viewers intrigued about what happened the previous night. As excitement builds over Jun-kyung’s newfound romantic interest, the episode also delves into their rapid-paced relationship.
#1. The ‘Strange New Guy’ Starts at the Convenience Store
Jun-kyung’s first impression of Do-hyun was far from favorable. Their thriller-like encounter happened because he seemed suspiciously interested, following her from the convenience store to near her home. He turned out to be her neighbor, but his casual remark, “This isn’t following, it’s walking together,” unsettled her further. She thus labeled Do-hyun a ‘strange new guy’.
#2. “Shall We Meet Properly?” A Bold Move Forward
Do-hyun had his reasons for being drawn to Jun-kyung. While on a dull blind date, he admired her confrontation with a rude date across from him. Discovering she lived nearby felt fateful, and when he found her locked out and inebriated, he felt compelled to assist her to the hospital. He then boldly proposed a date, saying, “We might not run into each other by chance anymore, so how about we plan a meeting?”
#3. Revealing Her Loneliness
Jun-kyung hesitated before their first date, questioning if she should be meeting someone just after her mother’s passing. Yet, glancing in her closet, she faced her own anticipation. On the date, she realized that Do-hyun’s choice of a casual hooded jacket and location made her uncomfortable. Despite being impressed, she doubted she could handle his freedom. Do-hyun had noticed her loneliness, having often seen her buying beer alone at a convenience store late at night. His observation of her “trying to be lonely” struck a chord. It was the first time someone recognized her hidden loneliness.
#4. “Let’s Take It Slow” But a Rapid Adult Romance Ending?
Despite growing excitement, Jun-kyung withdrew, fearing relationships since fleeing her family. She claimed not to want to know anyone more deeply, yet soon realized solitude was all she’d have alone. Approaching Do-hyun’s home late at night, she confessed she wanted to understand him better. Despite wanting a slow approach, she found herself waking up in Do-hyun’s bed the next morning, sparking intrigue about the night’s events.
Meanwhile, ‘Love Me’ is based on the Swedish original series by Josephine Bornebusch and was also remade in Australia under the same title. ‘Love Me’ airs every Friday at 8:50 PM KST on JTBC with back-to-back episodes. Globally, viewers can watch ‘Love Me’ on various platforms including U-NEXT in Japan, and Rakuten Viki across multiple regions.
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