Seongsu Branding recently aired its latest episode on Wednesday (13/3/2024). This Korean drama falls into the genre of office romance, depicting the story of Kang Na Eon (Kim Ji Eun) and So Eun Ho (Park Solomon) who experience a soul exchange. At the outset of the episode, viewers witnessed endearing moments between the couple.
However, as the plot unfolds, it’s revealed that So Eun Ho harbors resentment towards Kang Na Eon. So Eun Ho believes Kang Na Eon plagiarized her deceased lover’s work, who tragically perished in a fire. Throughout the episode, viewers witnessed So Eun Ho’s journey towards forgiving Kang Na Eon. Let’s delve into the process:
1. Initial Denial and Grief:
Initially, So Eun Ho struggled to come to terms with the departure of her lover, Namgoong Da Eun. Evidence of Da Eun’s lingering presence at the temple highlighted So Eun Ho’s difficulty in accepting the reality of her loss.
2. Desire for Revenge:
So Eun Ho fervently prayed at the temple, seeking vengeance against Kang Na Eon. His prayers were answered as he exchanged souls with Kang Na Eon, intending to enact his revenge.
3. Seeking Understanding:
Living as Kang Na Eon, So Eun Ho gained insight into her motivations. Discovering evidence of Kang Na Eon’s desire to collaborate with Namgoong Da Eun shifted So Eun Ho’s perspective. Upon realizing the truth, So Eun Ho apologized for misjudging Kang Na Eon.
4. Finding Peace through Dreams:
Following forgiveness, So Eun Ho encountered Namgoong Da Eun in a dream. Da Eun conveyed a message urging him to embrace happiness and bid farewell. Waking from the dream, So Eun Ho felt a sense of tranquility, accepting his lover’s departure and aligning with her message. His bond with Kang Na Eon deepened as a result.
5. Choosing Solitude for Sincerity:
Despite forgiveness, lingering anger prompted So Eun Ho to temporarily distance himself, particularly from Min Hee Jung. Seeking to avoid further conflict, he bid farewell to Kang Na Eon, opting for solitude to find inner peace. This hiatus proved transformative for So Eun Ho.
Forgiveness isn’t always instantaneous; it’s a journey, as depicted by Seo Eun Ho’s experience. By navigating each step of this process, So Eun Ho ultimately found solace, enabling him to embrace the truth of the past more willingly.