'Apple of Temptation 2' Sparks Heated Debate: Is It Kindness or Flirting?

The latest episode of 'Apple of Temptation Season 2' on SBS Plus and Kstar has captivated viewers with its in-depth exploration of the age-old debate: kindness versus flirting.

Broadcast on the 13th, the show featured a client who questioned whether her boyfriend's inherent kindness extended to flirting with others. The experiment, which involved a woman with a striking physique referred to as 'Apple Girl', had the studio MCs, including Jun Hyun-moo, Yang Se-chan, Lee Eun-ji, Yoon Tae-jin, and Heo Young-ji, completely engrossed.

Yang Se-chan couldn't help but exclaim, 'Ah, spicy~' upon seeing 'Apple Girl', while Lee Eun-ji playfully suggested she was his ideal type. The experiment concluded on a heartwarming note as the boyfriend rejected the 'final apple of temptation' – an invitation for a late-night drink – leading to reconciliation and reaffirmation of his love for the client.

A related clip titled 'What if I seduced you? If you were single, I would have dated you' garnered over 1.38 million views and 11,000 shares on social media, igniting a fierce online discussion about the episode's central theme. Netizens debated whether the boyfriend's responses were appropriate, with some defending his actions as the best possible outcome given the circumstances, while others felt he should have more clearly expressed his discomfort.

Following the broadcast, Korean netizens engaged in a heated debate, with comments like 'It was the best answer from the boyfriend's perspective' and 'This show helped me understand how to handle such situations'. Others expressed concern, asking 'What about the girlfriend's feelings?' and 'The boyfriend should have been more assertive'. Many found the show insightful, providing a fresh perspective on romantic relationships.