Kang Tae-oh & Kim Se-jeong's Fateful First Encounter in 'The Love Story of the King'

MBC's Friday-Saturday drama 'The Love Story of the King' is set to unveil an entangled fate between Crown Prince Lee Kang (Kang Tae-oh) and Park Dal-yi (Kim Se-jeong) right from their first meeting in its second episode, airing today (8th).

Park Dal-yi travels to Hanyang to rescue the daughter of Heo Young-gam (Choi Deok-moon), who is being forced to commit suicide after her husband's death. However, her journey unexpectedly leads her to Crown Prince Lee Kang. Coincidentally, Lee Kang sees a resemblance to his late Crown Princess in Dal-yi, stirring deep emotions and longing.

Their intertwined destinies begin in earnest when a fleeing Dal-yi accidentally falls into Lee Kang's arms. The released stills capture Dal-yi's desperate efforts to save Heo Young-gam's daughter, adding to the tension. Yet, the appearance of Lee Kang, who will soon display his princely charisma to protect her, sparks curiosity about their developing relationship.

Will Lee Kang and Dal-yi succeed in saving the young widow? 'The Love Story of the King' episode 2 airs tonight at 9:50 PM.

The drama 'The Love Story of the King' is expected to delve into the stories of individuals confronting love and fate within a restrictive society, utilizing the theme of 'Yeolnyeo Gate' (a gate erected in honor of a chaste widow) from the Joseon Dynasty. Beyond the romantic storyline between Kang Tae-oh and Kim Se-jeong, the intriguing plot developments reflecting the social norms of the era are anticipated to heighten viewer immersion.