Lee Jae-wook Shattered by Choi Sung-eun's Hospitalization in 'The Last Summer'; Episode 7 Teases Peak Conflict

KBS2's weekend mini-series 'The Last Summer' is set to escalate tensions between Lee Jae-wook and Choi Sung-eun.

In the upcoming 7th episode, airing this Saturday at 9:20 PM, Baek Do-ha (played by Lee Jae-wook) will experience a shocking revelation concerning Song Ha-gyeong (played by Choi Sung-eun), leading to an explosive confrontation.

Previously, Do-ha clashed fiercely with Ha-gyeong over the real reason for Jeon Nam-jin's (played by Ahn Chang-hwan) withdrawal from a public project, as well as his own decision to abandon important matters in the U.S. and return to Korea. Just as Do-ha was about to confess his true feelings, Ha-gyeong delivered a major blow by announcing her decision to date Seo Soo-hyeok (played by Kim Gun-woo).

Still cuts released ahead of episode 7 show Ha-gyeong, clad in a hospital gown, facing Do-ha, sparking concern among viewers. The anxious presence of Ha-gyeong's direct junior, Kim Da-ye (played by Chae Dan-bi), by her side further fuels curiosity about the unfolding events.

Most notably, Do-ha's reaction upon hearing about Ha-gyeong's hospitalization is drawing attention. He rushes to the hospital immediately and stares intently at Ha-gyeong with a grave expression, his sharp gaze behind his glasses conveying deep worry and anxiety beyond that of a mere friend.

Meanwhile, a palpable tension hangs in the air as the two meet again on the hospital rooftop. Do-ha expresses his concern for Ha-gyeong's condition and his disappointment, but she remains composed and indifferent. When Do-ha inadvertently reveals his intense emotions, Ha-gyeong coldly draws a line, telling him not to "overreact."

Amidst Do-ha's confusion over Ha-gyeong's relationship with Soo-hyeok, viewers are keenly anticipating how this hospitalization incident will trigger a significant emotional clash between the two.

A representative from 'The Last Summer' production team commented, "Ha-gyeong's sudden hospitalization will be an event that cracks Do-ha's rational judgment. We ask for your keen interest in how the precarious tension between Do-ha, who is worried, and Ha-gyeong, who is pushing him away, will unfold in today's broadcast."

The 7th episode of KBS2's weekend mini-series 'The Last Summer' airs on Saturday at 9:20 PM.

Netizens are reacting strongly to the preview stills, with comments like, "Lee Jae-wook's expression shows real worry," "Why is Choi Sung-eun in the hospital? It's sad," and "How will these two get tangled up again? I want to watch it quickly!"