A Pivotal Moment in “When The Phone Rings”
In the latest installment of MBC’s highly popular drama When The Phone Rings (Episode 3), Yoo Yeon Seok’s character, Baek Sa Eon, makes a significant announcement by publicly recognizing his wife, Hong Hee Joo (played by Chae Soo Bin), for the first time. This revelation marks a crucial turning point in their previously strained relationship. The episode achieved remarkable success, garnering a national viewership rating of 6%, with a peak of 6.5% during an intense scene, highlighting its growing popularity.
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Explosive Tensions and Unraveling Secrets
This episode unfolds dramatically as Sa Eon confronts Hee Joo at their home following a life-threatening bomb attack. Fueled by suspicion regarding her potential involvement with a blackmailer, he seeks to gather incriminating evidence. However, his hesitation enables Hee Joo to evade his questioning and slip away.
Further complicating matters, Sa Eon uncovers messages indicating a secret rendezvous between Hee Joo and Ji Sang Woo (portrayed by Heo Nam Joon). Casually scripting their meeting, Sa Eon appears at a restaurant to covertly observe Sang Woo, leading to a heated argument with Hee Joo, where he implores her to reveal the depth of her understanding of his struggles.
Threats from the Kidnapper
With escalating tensions, the kidnapper, now aware that Hee Joo possesses his phone, instructs her to make contact. Faced with immense pressure, Hee Joo makes a desperate plea to Sa Eon for a divorce, to which he resolutely declines, exacerbating the complexity of their relationship.
In a rare gesture of intimacy, Sa Eon shares a bed with Hee Joo, aiming to shield and comfort her from the trauma of her kidnapping. He encourages her to find safety in their presence. Still, Hee Joo’s restless sleep is haunted by troubling memories, adding depth to her character.
Climactic Finale
The episode reaches a climax when the kidnapper intensifies his threats by leveraging Hee Joo’s father. Although she rushes to tackle the situation, she quickly realizes her vulnerability when the kidnapper hacks a police vehicle, rendering her powerless.
In a gripping moment, Sa Eon shocks everyone by declaring Hee Joo as his wife for the first time in three years. This public acknowledgment not only alters the narrative’s trajectory but also concludes the episode on a dramatic high, leaving viewers eagerly anticipating the next chapter.
Catch the 4th episode of When The Phone Rings tonight at 9:50 PM (KST) on MBC.
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