‘A Business Proposal’ Couple Choi Woo-shik & Jung So-min Share Tearful Reunion Kiss; Drama Hits 8.7% Rating

SBS’s Friday-Saturday drama ‘A Business Proposal’ captivated viewers with its whirlwind 9th episode, featuring breakups, reunions, and the dramatic reveal of a fake marriage. Aired on the 7th, the episode saw Kim Woo-ju (Choi Woo-shik) and Yoo Na-bi (Jung So-min) share an emotional reunion kiss after confirming their feelings for each other. This pivotal moment propelled the drama to a new personal best rating of 8.7%, with the Seoul metropolitan area reaching 7.5%, solidifying its position as the top-rated Friday drama for five consecutive weeks. The 2049 target audience rating also soared, peaking at 2.37%, underscoring the drama's immense popularity.

In the episode, Na-bi initially chose to break up with Woo-ju to protect him from threats by her former fiancé, Sang-hyun (Bae Na-ra). However, Woo-ju, misunderstanding the situation, believed Na-bi was hurt by his grandmother Go Pil-ryeon’s (Jung Ae-ri) words and planned a surprise picnic date to comfort her. Despite his efforts, Na-bi confessed, "I want to close my eyes just once and live without worrying about money for the rest of my life," leading to a heartbreaking separation.

Following the breakup, Woo-ju sent a text message expressing his regret for not understanding Na-bi's feelings and promising to wait. Na-bi, overwhelmed, finally let her tears fall. Later, Woo-ju intervened when Sang-hyun physically assaulted Na-bi, warning him, "Do whatever you want. But never show up in front of Na-bi again." He then delivered a satisfying blow by revealing recorded evidence, exposing Sang-hyun’s threats.

Upon realizing Na-bi’s sacrifice, Woo-ju embraced her tightly, confessing, "I want to be with you, even if it’s just for one day. Please stay by my side." Na-bi tearfully responded, "I’m sorry for what I said harshly back then," confirming their affections with a poignant kiss that left a lasting impression on viewers.

Meanwhile, at the 80th-anniversary event for Myung-soon Dang, Woo-ju and Na-bi found themselves in a difficult situation upon learning of Sang-hyun’s attendance. Na-bi encountered Woo-ju’s grandmother, Pil-ryeon, as she was leaving the event. Pil-ryeon introduced herself, "Team Leader Kim Woo-ju is my grandson. You know that, right?" Sang-hyun, witnessing this interaction, questioned Woo-ju, "What is your relationship with Ms. Yoo Na-bi? Are you really a couple?" This raised suspicions and hinted at a new crisis brewing for the couple. Choi Woo-shik conveyed Woo-ju’s conflicted emotions solely through his gaze, while Jung So-min’s delicate portrayal of Na-bi’s feelings deepened the audience's immersion. Episode 10 of ‘A Business Proposal’ airs tonight, the 8th, at 9:50 PM.

Korean netizens lauded the lead actors' chemistry, with comments like "Choi Woo-shik and Jung So-min's chemistry is seriously amazing," "What happened in episode 9’s ending… how can I wait until next week?" and "Jung So-min's crying scene made me cry too!" Many expressed support for Choi Woo-shik's persistent love. The cliffhanger, with their fake marriage on the verge of being exposed, has heightened anticipation for the next episode.