Following are this week’s synopses of shows on KBFD TV, which televises Korean dramas with English subtitles:
Weekly update
‘The Nokdu Flower’
Episodes 33 and 34; 35 and 36 (Sun.)
Today, 6:45 p.m.: Yi Kang bears the consequences of Yi Hyun’s actions. The ogre’s true identity is revealed, causing dismay among the Donghak army and Jeon Bong Jun. The people from all walks of life, come together to fight the invading forces. Yi Hyun’s new position pits him against the Donghak army and Joseon’s people yet again.
Today, 7:45 p.m.: Jeon Bong Jun rallies his forces with the Japanese army. Yi Hyun sets out to find out more about Jeon Bong Jun’s intentions. Yi Kang sees an unexpected person in the distance, after pursuing the person responsible for the attack on his mother.
‘The Secret Life of My Secretary’
Episodes 25 and 26 (Mon.); 27 and 28 (Tues.)
Monday, 7:45 p.m.: The truth of Gal Hee’s double life becomes too much to repair. Min Ik fires Gal Hee, but with the board of directors meeting coming up, Gal Hee doesn’t let go of her position easily. Min Ik tries to forget about Gal Hee because of her betrayal, but he cannot seem to get her off his mind.
Tuesday, 7:45 p.m.: Min Ik agrees to keep Gal Hee as his secretary, just until the board of directors meeting commences. However, Min Ik does not feel as happy as he thought after firing Gal Hee. Gal Hee goes on a date with another man, but does not feel fulfilled.
‘My Absolute Boyfriend’
Episodes 25 and 26 (Wed.); 27 and 28 (Thur.)
Wednesday, 7:45 p.m: Wong-joon suspects Young-goo of being the perpetrator, so he firmly warns Da Da to be wary of him getting too close. On the other hand, Wong-joon barely slips out of a dangerous situation and flees to Da Da’s house. Young-goo, Wong-joon, and Da Da start living together under one roof.
Thursday, 7:45 p.m: Young-goo’s real identity is revealed to the world. The Kronos Heaven headquarters sets out to retrieve Young-goo. Diana receives finally receives Zero-ten, who she created to look exactly like Ma Wong-joon.
‘Pledge To God’
Episodes 21 and 22 (Fri.); Episodes 23 and 24 (Sat.)
Friday, 7:45 p.m: Joon Seo follows Hyeon Woo to Ji Young’s house. A battle begins in Cheonji Construction between Na Kyung and Jae Hee’s mother-son team. Na Kyung warns Hyeon Woo not to covet Cheonji and discovers his relapse. Saturday, 7:45 p.m: Hyeon Woo finds out the truth about Joon Seo, making him shed tears of relief. Na Kyung’s fear is heightened at the thought of Joon Seo having to be Hyeon Woo’s possible donor. Hyeon Woo brings Joon Seo to his home. The whole family finally gets together.
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Jeff Chung is general manager of KBFD TV, which televises Korean dramas with English subtitles. This column offers synopses of the dramas playing throughout Hawaii. Chung can be reached at 521-8066 or jeffchung@kbfd.com.