In 'The Lover of Joseon,' Lee Yong-sik conveyed an awkward situation with his son-in-law, Won-hyuk, and called out SOS to the production team.

On the 24th, Lee Yong-sik appeared with his son-in-law, Won-hyuk, on TV Chosun's entertainment show 'The Lover of Joseon.'

On that day, Lee Yong-sik urgently called the production team, saying he had something to say without his family knowing. He stated, 'On April 2nd last year, a stranger (my son-in-law) came in and became part of the family, but it's not 100% warm air,' and added, 'It's not cold air, but there is awkwardness.' He noted that there is a slight awkwardness that continues to exist between them. Even when they went to the hospital, the two showed an awkward demeanor, choosing to speak to others around them instead of each other.

Still feeling awkward with his son-in-law, Lee Yong-sik mentioned, 'People around tell me to think of him as my son, but I've never had a son,' and candidly said, 'He's my son-in-law, not my son.' He noted that it is a situation that is hard to close the gap without effort. When asked how much they converse, he said, 'I hardly have time at home, so we never had small talk,' conveying the uncomfortable situation of their disconnected conversations.

Lee Yong-sik expressed, 'I've never raised a son; I've only raised daughters, so I’m being careful,' and mentioned that even when he comes out to the living room, he tiptoes while watching his son-in-law, Won-hyuk.

As they decided to go fishing together, the two awkwardly got into the vehicle, but a tense silence lay in the car, with no words exchanged. Lee Yong-sik even initiated conversation. In contrast to the previously awkward atmosphere before the marriage, Lee Won-hyuk had once mustered the courage to ask a question, but this time, Lee Yong-sik took the initiative to talk, showing an effort to get closer.

Lee Yong-sik intentionally called a friend in front of his son-in-law to discuss his troubles. He mentioned that they were both being cautious around each other and noted that his friend said, 'You should not nag your son-in-law but rather always praise him.' Lee Yong-sik also mentioned, 'I’m thinking of sticking a note in the living room that says “Let’s not fuss,”' which made Won-hyuk smile.

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