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Just two episodes left Episode 14 Poor Yeon Su. But Choi's drunk, harsh words do have a truth in them. This really is a ridiculous reason. Such a beautiful scene between halmoni and Choi talking. She really does like him and I feel like he doesn't feel pressured at all. That's what he always wanted to be anyway. So they try to tell me that one episode of a documentary is enough to make Choi famous and get recognized on the street, but having an affair with korea's most beautiful and famous idol does not? Yeah, sure. Yeon Su treating the office, it was like a miracle has happened. They were never so excited and efficient at work. This day went into the company history books. Poor NJ My cutie, she's so lonely. Have to say, the phone call between Yeon Su and Choi after her get-together with co-workers was kinda cheesy. Such a drama trope. So dramatic. What an ending...just when JW thought like couldn't get any worse for him, life decided to reach out and kick him real good. Man, how hard can his life get. I hope his friends and cutter girl will be there for him, I hope latter one will be especially important for him. Preview looks very emotional and a lot of heart-breaking moments. Chae Rin trying to finally make a move and be by JW side? For real. Normally they should be journalists around him day in, day out. NJ appearing in front of his house and no one notices it? Normally both would be tracked by fans of NJ and journalists alike.

Thank you, I will check it out next week when Our Beloved Summer is over.

Episode 13 Ung taking off his glasses and drinking the jujubatea in one go was so funny. His facials expressions were on point. The way he grabbed onto Yeon Su was so cute aswell. So Ko-o, the guy who seemingly has a scandal right now with NJ, can just freely walk around in public with Yeon Su and kiss around without anyone noticing it? Normally he would have journalists and paparazzi all around him. Interesting to see that both are really happy, but afraid of breaking up again. They both do their share of research. I kinda understand Eun-Ho reaction. It really isn't nice to be the only one left out to know. Ye-in is so nice, pretty and funny Why do I love ALL the second female leads so much? They are all keeper. The way she bragged about her dating experience and knowledge was hilarious. She was so cool when she told Yeon Su she came to the right place. But her advices were all so horribly and wrong. No surprise though. Ye-In boasted that she dated so many guys, but none of them worked out or lasted for long, because she tried to be someone else she isn't. Her dating behavior is so fake and superficial, she tries to impress guys, but completely forgot to add herself, without personality, nothing sticks. I guess the guys were bored after a short time and broke up. Rince and repeat. NJ buring her phone was SO cute. Sigh, dating her wouldn't have been so bad aswell for Choi. She was so cute in front of his house too. I really like her. Seems like we get a small lovestory about Eun-Ho and Sol-yi aswell. Nice. I feel so bad for cutter girl, she is so considerate and always has to step back. She looks out for him, even prepared meals for them, endures his troubled heart and still keeps chasing him. I really wish Ji-Ung would finally say something so he can heal and open a path for his co-worker. She probably did the most effort throughout the drama and so far it seems like she is the only who walks away empty-handed. I feel a lot more bad for her than for JW to be fair. He will need time, but he will overcome it. But she is in a much rougher spot, since she works with him and clearly has a crush on him. She is even farther away than anyone. Good episode.....until the last two minutes concluded. Oh boy, killing the mood 101. Preview seems very eventful and troublesome. Guess Choi & Yeon Su will have a lot of trouble ahead, it almost seems like they break up again or are close to it? NJ & Ji Ung healing each other again and talk, Eun Ho fighting for Sol-yi, Sol-yi being in an awkward spot. I think she is a very tough cookie to have. Tomorrow will be quite intense.

Omg it's perfect, I need to get this. Totally fits me.

Heyheyheyhey, this is probably the only thing left I really want to see. Chae Ran tried for the whole drama, at least let him realize she is into him and give it a shot. They don't have to be lovey dovey and all, not even a kiss, but at least let him overcome it and give her a shot. Let them at least go out. I also wouldn't mind a 10year time skip at the end. Since at the end of the documentary, they asked them again where they see themselves in ten years, so maybe we get a little sneak peak that they may have got together. And if they don't do anything similiar, then well, we just need a second season. Now that our OTP is reunited, Chae Ran has to be our next goal. Oh my god she is really good. Another reason to love her. I add honey to sweeten up anything. But I use rock sugar aswell sometimes. Oh yeah, as a kid I had to take liquid medicine against my allergies and hay fever each night. It was horrible, I remember I had to take 10 drops and it was such a bad taste. Thank god these days are over and I just need to get a injection each month or take a single pill now. I can't see it aswell.

Well, keep in mind that I said this due to a very short preview, which only showed brief scenes and scrapes of sentences. And the drama has a history of trolling us in previews. So Yeon Su or Choi Ung could have said, what they said, in a completely different manner. The only thing we probably do know is NJ making a move and not accepting her fate. We don't know, the preview doesn't tell as much, maybe they were not fighting at all, but were just concerned about specific parts in their relationship and talked to someone else or themselves. Maybe they were just thinking about their past, present or future. It only showed that they were talking about an upcoming obstacle and a letter. I just added my own thoughts to it and considered past dramas who forced fights, break ups and such. It would really be a pain to watch if they fight and break up/seperate. They were so, so, so happy this episode. Todays episode was such a breeze, it was so fun and lovely to watch. I really loved it, I rewound so many scenes. I think I watched the whole episode twice. Yes, absolutely. We got spoiled with so many beautiful kisses. It was nice to watch. It's SLS paradise. So many of the side characters are so precious and loveable. Sol-yi with her on point advices, Chae Rin with being such a wonderful, loving co-worker. Even when she found out Ji-Ung still loves Yeon Su, it didn't discourage her and she keeps pursueing him. Even NJ is the first (boring) second lead who is thoughtful about the OTP. Even Ye-In, Yeon Su's Co worker seems to be such a nice supporting girl. She called Choi and told him about the bridge and made sure no one is interrupting them. This is one of those rare dramas, where at least I can say, I like every single character. It's so much fun. The time between episodes feel like an eternity.

Episode 12 It must be so comfy to lie down on Yeon Su's lap. Happy Choi Ung. Worried Yeon Su is so cute aswell. Love the amount of text she throwed at Ung about sleeping, sleeping pills and staying up late. Chae Rin is the true gem of this drama So sweet how she cares for Ji. How can't he see anything? NJ gets totally drunk, rambles about Koo with a total stranger in a public bar and THIS doesn't get photographed? It's like the perfect follow-up scandal. Sol-ji is so smart aswell. Her pep talk on the phone Gosh this drama has so many good second leads. I wonder if halmoni ever finds about Ung, his drawings and his wealth. Overall an episode where there is nothing much to talk about, because it was just a beautiful, lovely episode with so many beautiful scenes and moments. I rewatched so many scenes multiple times, the scene on the bridge was pretty, the corndog scene was pretty, the scene in the gallery was amazing too. We got so many skinship and kisses, it felt like we were spoiled. Just every moment felt like such a feel-good moment. I really hope Chae Rin and Ji Ung find their way aswell. I feel like he gained a lot more than NJ in their drinking scene. Closure. He saw himself in NJ's behavior and decided it is about time to make the next step. He and Choi are like brothers. Their bond is way stronger than anything. That's why Choi stayed, that's why he offered him to move in, that's why he cared and didn't leave. That's also the reason why he doesn't want to be the bad guy anymore, Choi is his family. He just has to learn to look around him, he is so focussed, that he completely misses Chae Rin. Based on the preview though, the peace won't last long. We will have a few additional cute scenes, but it doesn't seem to last long until we have our first fight. I just hope we don't get another seemingly break up, just to seem then reunite in the last episode. Really ,really nice episode though. I enjoyed it a lot.

Hey, we never know what the drama gods have in store for us. I really, really hipe Chae Ran doesn't join them aswell, as much as I ship our OTP, I also root a lot for her and Ji Ung. She always seems to be such a nice girl, who cares for him and genuinely likes him aswell. It would have a bitter aftertaste if they aren't dating after the last episode. I thought maybe they know his real father and update him on how his son is doing. I doubt Choi has the wish to meet his real father. Maybe one day he reached out for Choi Ung and Choi's parents decided to at least visit him once a year. Mom also seemed unease about this day.

Finally Monday, always feels like an eternity Episode 11 The little puppy dog is so cute Interesting to see why Choi rejected the offer at first, but was quite excited after being told someone can accompany him. So he wasn't as lackluster as we thought at first. Quite the opposite in fact, he realized it was a big chance. Jealous Yeon Su is so cute aswell It is actually quite interesting to see NJ's first reaction to her CEO, she wanted to refuse the article and go against hit. She even admit that they weren't dating and felt like it was necessary to shut down these rumors. But her company decides otherwise, because this scandal isn't actually bad and Koo has quite a good reputation. They simple make PR out of it and take advantage of the situation. But I actually loved it a lot more how NJ went against her and defended Choi. She admitted to have a crush on him and that he is not someone to "blow off some steam". I liked that scene, it shows again NJ has a good heart and is able to stand up, for herself and for him. She doesn't want him to get involved in this industry, the public and PR shenanigans. Because as innocent soul as he is, it would probably burn him. So NJ actually tried to get him out of the line of fire. On the phone NJ was actually quite nice and transparent too. Sigh, they would be such a great couple aswell. I really hope cutter girl succeeds and gets Ji-Ung in the end. She really tries hard, is so lovely and would be a great girlfriend. I totally ship them. I felt so sorry for her that her date failed. KInda weird of NJ to refer to herself as 'superstar' I mean she is probably right, but still kinda awkward to congratulate him to have a scandal with her. NJ is SO NICE to even ask if she is getting between Yeon Su and Choi Ung. She totally is different from the usual second lead, she's an anti second-lead while being so polite to everyone and not wanting to put anyone at discomfort. Sadly though, that makes her character a bit redundant and boring, because without fire, what does she bring to the table? She will be rejected and that's it. She didn't even admit to them seeing each other. Again, nice, very polite, but kinda boring. No fire, no.......anything. What's her point if she just.....does nothing? Like literally nothing. he scene between Choi Ung & Yeon Su's grandma was so nice. I liked how humble she asked "What are you doing then?". Choi's whole face said "I don't know aswell". Such an emotional, beautiful scene at the end in the restaurant. Can this finally be the moment they get back together? I swear, I dare you if next episode is going to start with both waking up again, no restaurant scene to be found and both talking in flashbacks about what happened and they both still haven't decided if they are a couple again. So Choi was adopted like stated, what a sad, cruel story. I just wonder why he helped Yeon Su grandma and why his parents left their restaurant. I just hope this doesn't end up in another scandal or them ending up together! JW is meant to be with cutter girl!

Omg nice! 10 minutes of just close-ups on NJ's beautiful face? Hell yeah!

@abs-oluteMTrue.

Yeah, it was one of those Rookie Awards that they give out like candy on a childs birthday party. For her role as NJ, it had a little bit of taste, because well, a tree would have the same impact as her role. What bothers me the most is that her character had potential, she could have filled a role in CU's life that was needed. She could have been his "mentor" in the celebrity world. After their talk at the restaurant very early on, with him raising in popularity, she could have been something that Yeon Su never was. His backup, the one who tells him things he sometimes needs to hear. The issue with her role was simply the fact that CU was completely into YS from the very first second. There wasn't a single moment in this drama where the viewer doubted Ungs love for Yeon Su. We knew from the moment they met each other again, that both still have lingering feelings. So NJ was on her backfoot from the very start. If all roles are clear, what purpose does she have? She only could have been a temptation for him, something he never experienced before. The one who deserves praise for CU's career is CU himself. Yeon Su may have pushed a button or two, but in the end he followed his dreams and was able to make his talent into money. I'm sure he would have found his way either way. He would have been successful, with her on his side aswell. Her words inspired him, even while she was still around. Maybe he would be even more successful with her as support and without insomnia. But that's all pure theory.

I would say the title refers to them aswell, the epilogue was so heartwartming and cute, especially with what Choi said. I am all ears, it showed which great friendship they share. They're brothers. Oh true, CW mom packed a meal for him and insisted that his son delivers it. She was totally aware of it. I didn't notice it at first. Oh, don't worry. I see enough sparkles for the both of us. But yeah, they pretty much all came from NJ. She was like a firework on her own. NJ really doesn't do anything, her role never took off, which is a bit sad, given the fact they she won an award for this role. As much as I love her character and beauty, plot-wise, the drama would be the absolute same if her role wasn't present. Nothing would change, she did not have an impact in anyone's life. I doubt, against her opinion, that she was responsible for Choi Ung's career to take off. During their first encounter, Choi was able to set a price for his pictures to 15 Million Won, so he was quite successful already. I will never see a SL trying to find her luck and finding love to be a villain/vamp though. She will create a fuss and misunderstanding, but this is probably the only chance she has. @abs-oluteMwill have flashbacks when I say this, but NJ is someone who tries, everything in her power, to make it work. I can sympathize with that. That's attractive for me at least.

Techno? NJ making techno music would make her even more awesome! Sure, sure, he clearly is the one who isn't like the others and gets even more interesting, the more he unwillingly shows no clear interest in her. Still, it's NJ I hope the dating scandal will put a little spice into their relationship YES, I KNOW this isn't going to happen, he probably wants to just get rid of the rumor and when he finds out, NJ spreads that they are seeing each other, he will dump her and make things right. But let a SLS dream. Choi Ung & NJ. Their kids would be called NJuniors. The scene was so hilarious The fact that they just let it in the soup and YS's grandmom probably put it in his bowl on purpose, because she thought he dumped her and made her cry. I also liked the scene where YS revealed she dumped him and you could clearly see how granny wasn't able to understand a word and struggled to know what kind of things she should do now. She was a little overwhelmed. @abs-oluteMYeon Su should have asked Choi if he likes Messi

Episode 10 Todays episode begins with NJ Is there a better start to kick things off? I would buy all of her albums. Although....we never heard a song of her. Maybe for the best. The scene between NJ and Choi Ung were SO CUTE. NJ is such a lovely, nice person. The life of a celebrity really stresses her out, but she is so nice in person. And she is pretty smart too. I love how she outsmarted Choi Ung. I wouldn't mind if they dated And her smile? As if the sun rises. Sol-ji and grandmother joining forces, such a great scene. Well played. NJ stealing Choi Ung in front of Yeon Su was priceless. Especially Ji's question if he can film her face right now. She has such a major crush on him. If she would just accept it and tell him. It could be so easy. The scene with them in the cafe was also sweet. NJ really has to endure a lot of hate. Also liked that CU was ready to stand up for her and she prevented it. Also loved he comforted her. She really can be herself around him. And their sentence about her not being as beautiful in real life, is just a blatant lie. Deep talk in the car aswell. NJ really is a natural talker and very straight to the point. They really seem to click. It's not going to happen, but I would really ship them too. They can learn a lot from each other and have chemistry. They would be a nice couple. He could be her calm place, the person she can lean on. Choi really is a gentleman, but denying NJ's offer to go up to her apartment really was a power move. No wonder it hurt her pride. How can anyone deny her? I laughed so, so hard when Choi fished the big zucchini out of his soup. His face was priceless So all it was, was Granny scolding Choi and taking him in to finally make Yeon Su admitting her feelings and saying it loudly. Now the only one who is left to hear it, is Ung. JW peach story is so sad. At first I hoped they would tackle their plot aswell and make sure they get closer, but after he talked about the peaches with YS, I was against it again. This is so sad. So today episode was called "Hello My Soul Mate", which is quite interesting, because it could fit many different characters. NJ who has a crush on Choi. Yeon Su who finally admits her feelings for Choi and realizes she still loves him. Cutter girl who seemingly presented a gift for Ji. Choi & Ji Woong, who have the biggest bromance and are just best friends. Choi joined him on the sofa, because he realized something was up and it's kinda tradition when Ji came over to have a sleep over. Choi who sees Yeon Su smile. So according to the preview, NJ will be in a dating scandal with Choi. People will talk about it, so it only will make things worse. YS will dump Choi Ung, because he probably thinks they are seeing each other. NJ will seemingly admit it in front of her, to take her out of the picture and make sure an old love stays old. This is probably also her best bet to make sure something is rolling. I thought at first, maybe a dating scandal will put a stop to her wish of pursueing Choi, because an idol having a dating scandal would most likely endanger her career. A lot of fans turn their backs on their favorite idol once they start dating. On the other hand, NJ is also too big to fail, maybe she is already famous and successful enough, that her career can manage a dating scandal with another soon-to-be celebrity. Yeon Su ending her "friendship" with Choi could also backfire and delay things, since it might empower him in his thought she might leave him again. Very very interesting episode again. Can't wait for the next one. Aigoooooo one weak is so long

Btw after seeing the scene @mademoiselleposted about CU spitting water again, was I the only one who thought he totally overreacted? I mean, she was clothed with wet hair. She just showered. It wasn't like she wore only underwear and left the shower half-naked. I mean, sure, kinda funny she showered in his home, but it's not like she is a complete stranger. I think it is Choi, I think he remember the words cutter girl told him during the trip. She told him she saw the raw footage and saw different parts of them that weren't in the final product. So maybe he asked her or JU to watch the uncut footage. Wouldn't mind aswell, but I think she is way too mature for him.

Episode 9 Cutter girl is so brave She asked Ji Ung directly if he did this project because of Yeon Su. She definitely has interest in him. From a guys point of view, the fact that JU deleted Yeon Su's number immediately after Choi and her breakup, shows what a great and loyal friend he is. Other guys would try to consolate her or take advantage of the situation, but instead he complately erased her, staying loyal to his best friend. He's a great guy, I hope he finds his co-worker. Such nice scenes to see Choi Ung with his mom and having a bit of mother-son time. Such an unique relationship, it also made me happy to see mom being so proud of her sons drawings. Sol-ji is such a nice, wise friend. Only truth coming out of her mouth. And somehow I loved the fact that she openly cursed. Never thought I would hear "holy **it" in a drama As much as it is frustrating that they don't start dating again after talking at Choi's place. I can understand him. He went through so many break-ups with her, the last one almost destroyed him. Since then he can't sleep anymore. He said himself, that he never wants to be alone again after being together with Yeon Su. Yeon Su is his sweet poison, he can't live without her, but she makes him somewhat sick. If they start dating again and Yeon Su breaks up again, it will completely crush him and he will not get back from this. He tries to protect himself, from being alone again, from being broken again. He tried so many things to lure YS, but she never made a clear statement. So he goes all turtle, protecting what he has left and prevent her from breaking his heart again. But let's be honest, their friendship will not last very long and is going to be jealousy-fest. But I think Yeon Su is so smart, she knows what's up. She acts so funny, she knows he will never be able to keep this up. She realized maybe that he does still like her. Her show was so funny. I really love it, the matching couple shirt was so sneaky. Yeon Su can be so bad. Ahh, a good old gaming session of Tekken. I like it. Ji Ung is walking so much in the dark. Did he really thought cutter girl asked because of work ethics? Did he really not realize that she actually likes him? Please, don't let this side love story go wrong. Seems like next episode is going to have a lot of action. NJ & Choi's "date", YS being jealous, Ji Woong trying to hit on YS, which will fail, NJ trying to hit in Choi Woong, which is going to fail aswell. I think next episode will be plenty of progress and will open up the path for OTP and JU with cutter girl.

@mademoiselle NJ on the thumbnail already makes me happy.

Happy new year everyone. But that how it works That's how I picky my Second leads and noonas aswell. Cute and pretty. Everything else comes over time.

Hahaha, I actually had quite fun researching everything. @SnowBlobVery fun event. Thank you.

Oh really? She also sang one of the OST of Taxi Driver. She is a great singer. Her theater background really comes to display here. I hope we get a video of it soon. As much as I like her and adore her beauty, but her role or performance wasn't award-worthy. I'm happy for her to get recoignition and an award, but it really looks like they handed them out like candy during carnival.

@mademoiselleTechnically she only said dramas that has been dropped. But to be fair, I like to blame you a little bit more. But hey, I got my Bingo board completed somehow.

@mademoiselle @abs-oluteMOh, I see. Thank you, I didn't know that. Still surprised she won a role for NJ. But maybe they just gave every rookie an award Like during field day in school.

Is that.....Noh Jeong-Eui? So she is back to her natural hair color again? She looks a lot more like her role in 'Kill Me' again. I must say, she looks better with blonde hair in my eyes. Still, she is really, really beautiful. Happy for her to win an award. But why didn't she win an award for her role in '18 Again'? Winning for her role as NJ seems a little......I don't know. NJ wasn't a breathtaking performance.

Not anymore. All cleared. I was surprised too, when I went through his posts I realized he wasn't very active at all. @SnowBlobYaaaaay. Perfect scoooore. According to meanie () @mademoiselle( who probably just wanted to have a reason to make me watch 18 Again) currerntly running drama's didn't count. With OBS this would have been a piece of cake.