Following are this week’s synopses of shows on KBFD TV, which televises Korean dramas with English subtitles.
Weekly Update
Blessing of the Sea
Episode 117 &118; Episode 119 &120 (Sunday)
Today, 6:40 p.m.: Ji-na stands at the edge of the bridge ready to jump. Chung-yi begs her to think of her parents and Yeol-mae. Ji-na tells Chung-yi even her mother sent police after her that she has no reason to live. Ma Jae-ran is kept hostage by Pil-du. Hak-kyu, Pil-du end up in a scuffle. Pil-du escapes once again.
Today, 7:45 p.m.: Ji-hwan visits Hak-kyu and tells him that his daughter Hong-ju grew up cheerful and happy thanks to Hak-kyu and that he’s grateful. Chung-yi visits Hak-kyu and thanks him for raising her. Hak-kyu tells Chung-yi to live as Hong-ju from now on. Chung-yi prays for Hak-kyu to regain his sight. Hak-kyu holds a celebration when Chung-yi comes back after a year of studying abroad. Chung-yi proposes to Poong-do and he promises to make her happy, always. Ji-na is released when diagnoses with kidney cancer.
Joseon Attorney
Episodes 9 (Monday) Episode 10 (Tuesday)
Monday, 7:45 p.m.: Han Soo undertakes Lord Kwon’s murder case at the King’s request. He sorely misses Yeon Joo’s absence in working on the case. Yeon Joo find out who was supporting her all this time and goes to tell that person she no longer wants to receive any support. Yoo Ji Sun realizes his feelings for Yeon Joo even more and decides to profess his affection for her.
Tuesday, 7:45 p.m.: Han Soo is disappointed in Yeon Joo and Ji Sun for trying to cover up the case. Han Soo questions Yeon Joo and Ji Sun’s relationship. Ji Sun tells his father he wants real power. Han Soo is at the verge of being accused of murdering Lord Chu.
Good Supper
Episodes 25 &26 (Wednesday) Episode 27 &28 (Thursday)
Wednesday, 7:50 p.m.: Young-shin find out Jung-hoon’s decision to drop out from school. When she tells Kyung-su, he tells her it’s too cruel for you to give up love too. That she should accept Jung-hoon’s feelings if he’s willing to forsake his future for her. Young-shin reminds Jung-hoon how difficult it was for him to go to med school, but he replies he’d give up.
Thursday, 7:50 p.m.: Jung-hoon’s father feels guilty when Jung-hoon’s affection for Young-shin is known and decides to move. Min-kyung tries to use Young-shin to drive Sook-jung out. Young-shin questions her motive.
Gwanggaeto
Episodes 47 (Friday); Episodes 48 (Saturday)
Friday, 7:50 p.m.: After finally ascending to the throne, Damdeok implements personnel changes. Many of the prominent generals expect Ko Mu to become the new prime minister and warn that he could become another Gae Yeonsu. Ko Mu tunes out such talk and focuses on military training.
Saturday, 7:50 p.m.: Ko Mu resigns from his commander position, yet many generals still resent him. Meanwhile, the ministers implore Damdeok to take on a queen. Yakyeon finds herself in a dilemma as she is aware that Doyeong is alive.
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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 808-521-8066 or jeffchung@kbfd.com.
