Hong Hee-joo’s Life-Changing Choice for Baek Sa-eon in “When The Phone Rings” Episode 9

Upcoming Episode of When The Phone Rings: Tensions Rise in Episode 9

Fans of MBC’s Friday-Saturday drama *When The Phone Rings* can expect heightened drama in the series’ upcoming episode 9. The plot thickens as Hong Hee-joo, portrayed by Chae Soo-bin, makes a critical visit to her in-laws Baek Ui-yong (Yoo Seong-ju) and Shim Gyu-jin (Choo Sang-mi).

Previously, Hee-joo and Baek Sa-eon, played by Yoo Yeon-seok, managed to resolve their misunderstandings and express their feelings for each other. However, the story took a dark turn when a kidnapper (Park Jae-yoon) began to close in on them, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats.

As tensions mount, Sa-eon, who has been relentlessly pursuing the kidnapper, receives a distressing message from fishing site manager Jeong Sang-hoon (Kim Jun-bae) that reads, “He’s still alive.” Rushing to the scene, he arrives only to find it consumed by flames. In a desperate attempt to save Sang-hoon, Sa-eon loses consciousness. Concurrently, Hee-joo uncovers a shocking revelation from her step-sister Hong In-ah (Han Jae-i) that Sa-eon is not a true member of the Baek family.

Looking ahead to the pivotal 9th episode, new stills have been released depicting Hee-joo’s late-night visit to her in-laws during a time of crisis. The atmosphere among the three is cold and tense, despite their familial ties. Hee-joo arrives at their home urgently seeking something and displays an unusual intensity that leaves Ui-yong and Gyu-jin visibly taken aback. What could prompt Hee-joo, after three years of marriage, to confront her in-laws in such a manner? Her determined expression suggests she is on the verge of making a significant, possibly life-altering choice.

Amidst these developments, Hee-joo learns of Sa-eon’s serious accident and rushes to the hospital. Overcome with emotion as she witnesses his injuries, she is reminded of his loneliness. Holding his hand tightly, Hee-joo fervently prays for his recovery and resolves to take decisive action to protect him. What choices lie ahead for her in this critical moment? The fate of the “Sa-Joo couple,” who recently reaffirmed their love and envisioned a future together, now hangs in a precarious balance.

Mark your calendars! Episode 9 of *When The Phone Rings* will air on December 27 at 9:50 PM (KST) on MBC.

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