Lovely Runner Episode 9 recently trended on social media due to hints about the conclusion of the Soljae Couple’s romance. Fans speculate whether Ryu Sun Jae (played by Byeon Woo Seok) and Im Sol (played by Kim Hye Yoon) will wed by the drama’s end.
Episodes 9-10 dropped some clues, confirming suspicions about Ryu Sun Jae and Im Sol’s future together. So, will this couple indeed marry? Let’s delve into the details.
Warning: This article contains spoilers.
1. Ryu Sun Jae and Im Sol Accidentally Lock Lips
Kim Hye Yoon and Byeon Woo Seok in Lovely Runner (twitter.com/CJnDrama)In Episode 9, a myth circulates among Yeonseo University students: couples who share a first kiss on a field trip will marry. This myth holds true for various couples, including Im Geum (played by Song Ji Ho) and Lee Hyun Joo (played by Seo Hye Won). In the episode’s epilogue, Ryu Sun Jae and Im Sol accidentally kiss, leaving audiences on edge.
2. In-Law Talks Surround Ryu Sun Jae and Im Sol
Byeon Woo Seok and Kim Won Hae in Lovely Runner (doc. tvN/Lovely Runner)Dialogues in the latest episodes drop hints about the future of the Soljae Couple. Ryu Geun Deok (played by Kim Won Hae) notes Im Sol’s behavior resembles that of a caring daughter-in-law. Meanwhile, Kim Tae Sung (played by Song Geon Hee) brings up the topic of becoming a son-in-law in the Im family to Ryu Sun Jae.
3. Ryu Sun Jae Learns Im Sol’s Time-Travel Secret
Kim Hye Yoon and Byeon Woo Seok in Lovely Runner (twitter.com/CJnDrama)In Episode 10, Im Sol reveals her time-traveling origins to Ryu Sun Jae. Initially skeptical, he eventually believes her. Armed with this knowledge, Ryu Sun Jae vows to protect their love and show increased sincerity, potentially paving the way for marriage.
4. Changing Futures and Career Shifts
Byeon Woo Seok in Lovely Runner (twitter.com/CJnDrama)Epilogue 10 hints at a changed future, with the Eclipse band now down to three members and Ryu Sun Jae possibly leaving his idol career behind. Without the pressures of fame, Ryu Sun Jae may have an easier time going public with his relationship with Im Sol and marrying her.
5. Web Novel Predictions
Kim Hye Yoon and Byeon Woo Seok in Lovely Runner (doc. tvN/Lovely Runner)Lovely Runner is adapted from a web novel, which also has a webtoon version. In the original story, Ryu Sun Jae and Im Sol tie the knot. While adaptations often diverge, similarities suggest a possible parallel ending in the drama.
Ryu Sun Jae and Im Sol endure numerous trials in their relationship, spanning decades. Viewers eagerly anticipate a happy ending for the Soljae Couple, possibly culminating in marriage in the final episode of Lovely Runner.