Once upon a time, Baek In Hyuk (played by Lee Seung Hyub) found himself surprised in Lovely Runner by the sudden actions of Im Sol (played by Kim Hye Yoon), who began pursuing her best friend, Ryu Sun Jae (played by Byeon Woo Seok). This came as a shock to In Hyuk, as he knew Im Sol had been infatuated with another guy, Kim Tae Sung (played by Song Geon Hee).
Another unexpected twist occurred when In Hyuk caught Sun Jae throwing flying kisses recklessly in front of Im Sol’s house. From this, In Hyuk deduced that Sun Jae had feelings for the girl next door. Here’s how In Hyuk supported Ryu Sun Jae, especially in helping him confess his love to Im Sol.
1. In Hyuk clarified to his friend that being a fan and having romantic feelings for someone are two distinct emotions.
excerpt from the drama Lovely Runner (doc. tvN/Lovely Runner)2. Taking In Hyuk’s words to heart, Sun Jae confirmed Im Sol’s feelings. Convinced that Im Sol didn’t like Tae Sung, he resolved to confess his love to her.
excerpt from the drama Lovely Runner (doc. tvN/Lovely Runner)3. Prior to this, In Hyuk had cautioned Sun Jae to ensure the timing of his confession was appropriate.
excerpt from the drama Lovely Runner (doc. tvN/Lovely Runner)4. When the right moment arrived, Sun Jae chose to declare his love in front of Im Sol’s house as flower petals fluttered around them.
excerpt from the drama Lovely Runner (doc. tvN/Lovely Runner)5. Sun Jae’s efforts were praiseworthy. In fact, In Hyuk had assisted by scattering flowers from the roof to enhance the romantic ambiance for Sun Jae’s confession to Im Sol.
excerpt from the drama Lovely Runner (doc. tvN/Lovely Runner)6. Feeling dejected after the confession, Sun Jae was reminded by In Hyuk that he hadn’t even asked Im Sol out yet.
excerpt from the drama Lovely Runner (doc. tvN/Lovely Runner)7. Encouraged by In Hyuk’s words, Sun Jae regained hope. In Hyuk proved adept at boosting his friends’ self-esteem!
excerpt from the drama Lovely Runner (doc. tvN/Lovely Runner)8. However, it turned out Im Sol was already dating Tae Sung. In a rush, In Hyuk shielded Sun Jae’s eyes to spare him from seeing something that would only stoke jealousy.
excerpt from the drama Lovely Runner (doc. tvN/Lovely Runner)Baek In Hyuk’s support for Ryu Sun Jae wasn’t arbitrary. From offering advice to creating a romantic setting, In Hyuk ensured his best friend’s love story had a delightful conclusion. Who wouldn’t chuckle at the amusing antics of these characters in Lovely Runner?