Lee Dong-wook and Lee Joo-bin began to define their relationship.
In the 7th episode of the tvN Monday-Tuesday drama 'Divorce Insurance' (directed by Lee Won-seok and Choi Bo-kyung, written by Lee Tae-yoon, planned by CJ ENM and Studio Genie, produced by Mongjakso and Studio Mondo), which aired on the 21st, No Gi-joon (played by Lee Dong-wook) and Kang Han-deul (played by Lee Joo-bin) started living in each other's homes. The two, whose daily life has become familiar, also experienced unexpected conflict over the divorce of Park Young-kyu and Woo Sun-hee (played by Cha Mi-kyung). The 1-second ending before the kiss between No Gi-joon and Kang Han-deul, who overcame the crisis through honest conversation, raised heart rates, hinting at a new phase in their relationship.
That day, the house exchange between No Gi-joon and Kang Han-deul brought various changes. No Gi-joon suggested that since his house had no good memories, they should try living in each other's homes for a month. Thus, No Gi-joon and Kang Han-deul stepped into each other's houses. No Gi-joon's house was filled with groceries and daily necessities, but Kang Han-deul's house had no proper furniture, with only a toaster keeping its spot. The two, with awkward but exciting feelings, exchanged texts and fell asleep in the unfamiliar house, naturally commuting together the next morning.
And No Gi-joon and Kang Han-deul wanted to redefine their relationship. Kang Han-deul, who suggested various possibilities including neighbor, coworker, and friend, hesitated before the fourth option. "It feels like 3 and 4 are somewhat similar, but I can't think of a proper term. Our relationship is too awkward," she said, feeling embarrassed. To this, No Gi-joon replied, "Then let's be awkward. I'll stay safe. To protect Kang Han-deul?" Thus, the moment their special relationship was defined.
In the TF team's office, news about Woo Sun-hee's insurance claim application arrived. The TF team visited to prevent the divorce of Park Young-kyu and Woo Sun-hee, who had already submitted documents to the court. No Gi-joon, An Jeong-man (played by Lee Kwang-soo), and Na Dae-bok (played by Kim Won-hae) discovered something suspicious at Park Young-kyu's clinic. Park Young-kyu had stopped consulting and vanished with a mysterious woman. The situation on Woo Sun-hee's side was not good either. Despite the suggestion to receive counseling or a couple's clinic during the exemption period, Woo Sun-hee's attitude was firm. However, when asked about the reason for the divorce, Woo Sun-hee's comment, "My husband is still in good shape," carried a hint of loneliness.
In a situation where divorce could not be avoided, No Gi-joon recalled the condition in the divorce insurance policy that only individuals who are not currently cheating can be insured. Seeing the team members rejoice at the possibility of nullifying the contract, Kang Han-deul felt confused. No Gi-joon firmly cut off Kang Han-deul's concerns about the wounds Woo Sun-hee might suffer, stating they had to proceed for the success of the project. This was the first disagreement between No Gi-joon and Kang Han-deul as they aligned their hearts to solve the crisis of the divorce insurance together.
That night, No Gi-joon sought out Kang Han-deul to apologize for the earlier incident. Concerned that his words may have hurt her, No Gi-joon learned that Kang Han-deul was simply trying to find reasons for feeling displeased with his unfamiliar demeanor. Approaching closer to Kang Han-deul, who concluded that she was upset because he is not someone else but No, No Gi-joon cautiously took her shoulder and said, "I can't stay safe. Actually, I won't do it," taking a step forward. The 1-second ending just before their kiss, which heightened excitement to the peak, raised anticipation about whether No Gi-joon and Kang Han-deul could evolve from an awkward relationship to a complete relationship.
Meanwhile, An Jeong-man brought a new chair to his home, which only had one chair, recalling Jeon Na-rae (played by Lee Da-hee). With a text from An Jeong-man sent by mistake, Jeon Na-rae reminisced about the times they spent together. Simultaneously, the images of An Jeong-man and Jeon Na-rae stepping out of their respective homes heightened curiosity about the changes in the lives of the two individuals, who had gradually taken significant places in each other's daily routines.
The 8th episode of the tvN Monday-Tuesday drama 'Divorce Insurance' will air today (22nd) at 8:50 p.m.
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