THIS WEEK’S SYNOPSES
“The Nokdu Flower”
Episodes 17-18
6:45 p.m. today
The Donghak army enters Jeonju city. The royal army sets up camp near Mount Wansan led by Hong Gye Hoon, putting pressure on the Donghak army. Yi Hyun and his men join forces with the royal army, setting the two brothers against each other, separated by a wall.
Episodes 19-20
7:45 p.m. today
Yi Hyun is in danger of getting caught by Yi Kang’s men. Chief Peddler Song Bong Gil goes into hiding from the Donghak army. Chief Peddler Song plans the assassination of Jeon Bong Jun.
“The Secret Life of My Secretary”
Episodes 9-10
7:45 p.m. Monday
Min Ik is comforted by Veronica when he finds himself in a dire situation. Veronica seems like an old friend though they have just met. Min Ik falls for Veronica’s straightforward, but kind personality. CEO Shim Hae Yong gets ahold of something that may potentially bring Min Ik down.
Episodes 11-12
7:45 p.m. Tuesday
Min Ik and Gal Hee stay together to prepare for the shareholders’ meeting. Veronica’s vote becomes a vital key to Min Ik’s survival in the company. CEO Shim Hae Yong and Dae Ju seem eager to put an obstacle in Min Ik’s way.
“My Absolute Boyfriend”
Episodes 9-10
7:45 p.m. Wednesday
Young-goo starts a part-time job at an amusement center. Wang-joon holds a free hug event at the center where Young-goo works. Ji-seok and In-hyuk beg for one more week to carry out their mission. Wang-joon’s manager finds out about a blackmailing incident.
Episodes 11-12
7:45 p.m. Thursday
Young-goo goes out of his way to try his best to help Da Da. On the other hand, Wang-joon tries to get back into Da Da’s life. Yeo Woong gets into a car accident. Diana shows up at Kronos Haven to check on the status of Zero-Nine.
“Pledge to God”
Episodes 5-6
7:45 p.m. Friday
The ex-couple, Jae Wook and Ji Young, agree to have a baby to save their son. Min Ho, Ji Young’s husband, finds out and breaks down emotionally.
Episodes 7-8
7:45 p.m. Saturday
Ji Young pushes Jae Wook away. Na Kyung, who has been diagnosed infertile, approves of their agreement due to her own selfish agenda. Na Kyung announces she’s pregnant. Ji Young has a difficult birth.
Jeff Chung is general manager of KBFD TV, which televises Korean dramas with English subtitles. Reach him at 521-8066 or jeffchung@kbfd.com.