Im Ji-yeon Comforts Lee Jung-jae Amidst Confusion in 'Deceitful Love', Drama Maintains Top Ratings

In the tvN Monday-Tuesday drama 'Deceitful Love,' Im Ji-yeon's portrayal of complex emotions towards Lee Jung-jae has captivated viewers.

The 12th episode, aired on the 16th, depicted Wi Jeong-shin (Im Ji-yeon) falling into confusion following Lim Hyun-joon's (Lee Jung-jae) unexpected confession. The episode recorded an average viewership rating of 5.0% and a peak of 6.0% in the Seoul metropolitan area, and an average of 4.7% with a peak of 5.6% nationwide, solidifying its first-place position among cable and general programming channels in its time slot.

Upon learning the truth about Lim Hyun-joon's sincerity and his identity as the 'Melo Master,' Wi Jeong-shin was overwhelmed with shock, betrayal, and emptiness. Lim Hyun-joon approached her kindly, apologizing for his deception, but his text message, 'I'll contact you by phone from now on. Sleep well,' further complicated her feelings. She tried to clear her mind of Lim Hyun-joon overnight but realized his traces were deeply embedded in her daily life.

The next morning, with a heavy heart, Wi Jeong-shin visited Lim Hyun-joon's house, questioning, 'It's not like you're playing with people, were you entertained watching me make a fool of myself?' Seeing her unwell appearance, Lim Hyun-joon brought her inside and stayed by her side all night. Regaining some composure, Wi Jeong-shin expressed her confusion, even doubting his sincerity, saying, 'This is the first time I feel like such a fool.' Lim Hyun-joon, drawing from his own experiences, reassured her that he could wait, but Wi Jeong-shin's heart remained unsettled.

Eventually, Wi Jeong-shin called Lim Hyun-joon first. Trembling with anticipation, Lim Hyun-joon went to their meeting spot and waited for her confidently, even amidst people recognizing him. However, the news of a fight between Seong Ae-sook (Na Young-hee) and Oh Mi-ran (Jeon Soo-kyung) at the filming set, coupled with the now chaotic atmosphere of the cafe, triggered a panic attack in Lim Hyun-joon. Surprised by this side of him, Wi Jeong-shin cautiously comforted him, offering her presence. Following the healing method 'Soulful' had once taught 'Melo Master,' the two found solace under the warm sunlight, raising anticipation for their future relationship in reality.

Meanwhile, the set of 'Good Detective Kang Pil-gu Season 5' faced a crisis. Staff dissatisfaction surrounding Lim Hyun-joon escalated, and a physical altercation between Seong Ae-sook and Oh Mi-ran further disrupted production. Attention is now focused on whether the 'Good Detective Kang Pil-gu Season 5' team can overcome these challenges and proceed smoothly.

Netizens commented, "Im Ji-yeon's feelings for Lee Jung-jae seem understandable," "I can't wait for the next episode to see how their relationship develops," and "The filming set episodes are also full of tension."