Wi Ha Joon and Jung Ryeo Won are taking their on-screen relationship to new heights in the drama “The Midnight Romance in Hagwon.” Directed by Ahn Pan Seok, known for his work on “Something in the Rain,” this romance drama unfolds in Daechi, a neighborhood renowned for its high concentration of hagwons (private educational institutions).
In recent episodes, Seo Hye Jin (played by Jung Ryeo Won) grapples with her feelings for Lee Joon Ho (played by Wi Ha Joon). Despite no longer being his teacher, Hye Jin struggles to start a romantic relationship with Joon Ho.
Fearing it would be best for him, she decides to push him away, rejecting his advances and suggesting they return to their previous teacher-student dynamic.
However, upcoming episodes hint at a significant change. Newly released stills show Hye Jin, usually composed, breaking down in tears. Upon hearing about her distress, Joon Ho rushes to find her, only to be taken aback by her emotional state.
The drama intensifies as Joon Ho takes the inebriated Hye Jin home, where her demeanor softens, revealing a playful side. In a heartwarming scene, they embrace at her apartment door, and the next morning, Joon Ho is seen tenderly kissing Hye Jin on the forehead, sparking curiosity about the evolution of their relationship.
The production team hints at an exciting turn of events: “Seo Hye Jin and Lee Joon Ho, who were moving forward at different speeds, will finally match the pace of one another’s hearts.
Please look forward to finding out whether they will enter a new phase [of their relationship].” They also tease an intriguing subplot, urging viewers to stay tuned to discover the cause of Hye Jin’s emotional breakdown.
Fans can catch the next episode of “The Midnight Romance in Hagwon” on June 2 at 9:20 p.m. KST to see how the story unfolds.
