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What Happened Seven Years Ago?

The Confrontation and Departure

• A mother-in-law harshly confronts her daughter-in-law, accusing her of sacrificing the family's money for a younger man. The daughter-in-law is humiliated and expelled from the house.

• The husband, who once trusted his wife, now looks at her with disdain as she leaves without defending herself. Rumors circulate that she will live lavishly in America with her lover.

Uncovering the Truth

• Seven years later, the husband discovers shocking CCTV footage from a hotel that reveals his wife's true actions on the night she left. She was not cheating but saving a life.

• This revelation leads to an emotional turmoil for him as he grapples with guilt over how he treated his wife and reflects on the cruelty of his mother.

The Haunting Memories

Nightmares and Regrets

• The husband, Min-jun, wakes up sweating from nightmares about that fateful night seven years ago. He recalls his wife's tears and feels remorse for his harsh words.

• In an attempt to cope with insomnia, he takes painkillers and sleeping pills but finds no solace in the empty penthouse filled only with city lights.

Family Pressure

• At breakfast, Min-jun's mother pressures him to set a wedding date with another woman, highlighting their financial troubles and urging him to marry for business reasons.

• Min-jun resents this transactional view of marriage but feels trapped by family expectations regarding their company’s future.

A Descent into Anguish

Workplace Turmoil

• In a meeting at work, Min-jun lashes out at employees over disappointing performance reports while struggling internally with memories of his past.

• His assistant expresses concern about his well-being; however, Min-jun dismisses it cynically as mere curiosity about when he might explode.

Seeking Solitude

• After some contemplation, Min-jun decides to visit a secluded temple suggested by his assistant in hopes of finding peace away from corporate stress.

Unexpected Encounters

A Familiar Presence

• Upon arriving at the temple, Min-jun experiences clarity for the first time in years until he sees a familiar figure—a nun who resembles his estranged wife.

• Overwhelmed by disbelief and emotions, he rushes towards her only to confront her calm demeanor as she denies any connection to their past life together.

Confrontation Reveals Painful Truth

• As they argue about their past relationship and accusations fly regarding betrayal and abandonment, it becomes clear that both are deeply affected by their shared history.

The Revelation

Discovering Hidden Secrets

• Back in Seoul after confronting his ex-wife turned nun, Min-jun orders an investigation into her past relationships which leads him down a path of painful discoveries.

Unraveling Misunderstandings

• While searching through old belongings related to Seoyeon (his ex-wife), he finds evidence contradicting everything he believed about her character during their marriage.

Confronting Reality

Meeting Her Past Lover

• Eventually meeting Yu Ji-hoon—Seoyeon's former acquaintance—Min-jun learns shocking truths about Seoyeon's sacrifices during their marriage which challenge all preconceived notions he held against her.

Emotional Breakdown

• As Ji-hoon shares letters revealing Seoyeon's support throughout difficult times in his life while also expressing love for Min-jun's happiness despite everything that happened between them; it shatters Min-jun emotionally leading him to question everything he's done since Seoyeon's departure.

The Burden of Guilt and the Quest for Truth

A Crisis Unfolds

• Min-jun collapses, struggling to breathe, indicating a severe health crisis. Ji-hoon urgently calls for an ambulance.

• As he lies on the ground, Min-jun expresses remorse towards Seo-hyun, feeling guilty for sending her into hell.

• In the ambulance, Min-jun loses consciousness while wearing an oxygen mask, overwhelmed by guilt.

Hospital Confrontation

• Upon waking in the hospital connected to IV fluids, Min-jun insists on being discharged despite medical advice.

• He commands his assistant Choi to find contact information for a housekeeper from seven years ago.

• Choi expresses concern over Min-jun's health but is met with Min-jun's insistence on urgency.

Seeking Answers

• At a rundown house, a woman named Kim opens the door in shock upon seeing Min-jun.

• He offers her money in exchange for details about events from seven years prior that haunt him.

• Kim reveals that Seo-hyun threatened to commit suicide if she did not leave; this revelation visibly shocks Min-jun.

Emotional Turmoil

• Kim recalls how Seo-hyun was devastated during that time, causing further emotional distress for Min-jun.

• Overwhelmed by guilt and anger at himself for causing Seo-hyun’s suffering, he leaves abruptly after giving Kim the money.

Desperate Actions

• After getting back into his car with Choi, he orders him to drive quickly as he seeks out Seo-hyun.

• Arriving at a location where Seo-hyun is seen washing clothes painfully in cold water triggers deep regret within him.

Confronting His Past

• In his car, he calls Park Hae-ri and coldly cancels their wedding plans due to her involvement in past events against Seo-hyun.

• He instructs Choi to gather legal documents related to hidden funds managed by his mother.

Family Conflict

• Returning home confrontationally with evidence against his mother regarding false accusations made seven years ago causes tension.

• His mother reacts defensively when confronted with these documents and tries to justify her actions as protective.

Breaking Point

• Tensions escalate as both sides accuse each other of betrayal; emotions run high leading to physical confrontation between them.

Consequences of Betrayal

-Min-jun declares war against his mother’s manipulations while facing resistance from those around him who try to calm him down.

The Fallout Begins

Public Scrutiny

• The next morning brings chaos as scandalous news articles surface about Min-jun's alleged inappropriate relationship with a nun.

• Shareholders protest outside the company headquarters demanding accountability from their chairman amid falling stock prices.

Media Frenzy

• Reporters swarm around Seoyeon seeking sensational stories while she attempts to evade them amidst growing public interest.

• The temple becomes chaotic as journalists disrupt its peace; Seoyeon feels trapped and fearful of losing her sanctuary.

Internal Struggles

• Inside the company boardroom, directors discuss taking control away from Min-jun due to mounting pressure from media scrutiny.

• Meanwhile, Joo-young plots behind closed doors aiming at seizing power during this vulnerable moment for Min-jun.

Confrontation and Revelation

The Shocking Accusation

• Jo's voice clearly stated that if Ji-hoon did not confess to having an affair with Seo-yeon, his life would be over, shocking the press conference attendees.

• Ji-hoon tearfully defended Lee Seon-yeon, asserting she was not an adulteress but a benefactor who had supported him for ten years.

• He presented sponsorship records to the camera, claiming that the real villain was Jo, who manipulated everything.

• Viewer comments exploded in support of Ji-hoon and demanding an apology for Lee Seon-yeon as public opinion rapidly shifted against Jo.

• The prosecution quickly formed a task force to investigate Jo's embezzlement allegations.

A Desperate Escape

• In the hospital's ICU, Min-jun slowly regained consciousness and was shocked to see Ji-hoon's press conference on TV.

• Ignoring medical advice, Min-jun aggressively removed his IV and insisted he needed to go to Seo-yeon immediately.

• Despite being warned about his health risks by Chief Choi, Min-jun rushed out of the hospital with urgency.

The Confrontation at the Hermitage

Arriving at the Scene

• Upon arriving at the hermitage, Min-jun ordered his security team to clear away reporters and demolition workers causing chaos outside.

• A YouTuber resisted eviction by claiming freedom of press; Min-jun confronted him directly about what true freedom meant when it harms others.

Tensions Rise

• As Min-jun positioned security guards at the entrance of the hermitage, Seo-yeon peered out nervously from inside.

• When Min-jun gently called out her name and reassured her of safety, she emerged trembling but relieved into his arms.

Jo's Downfall

Arrest and Public Reaction

• News broke that Jo had been arrested at the airport while surrounded by reporters; she shouted accusations of betrayal against her son.

Emotional Aftermath

• As cameras captured her downfall without mercy, Min-jun held Seo-yeon's hand and expressed a desire to return home together.

New Beginnings

Life Changes Post-Arrest

• A month later in prison visitation room, Jo sat alone waiting for visitors who never came; she questioned a guard about any arrivals.

Consequences of Actions

• Meanwhile, Baek-ri faced financial ruin after their construction company went bankrupt due to boycotts; they were forced into auctioning their home.

A New Foundation

Establishing Support Systems

• At Daeseong Group headquarters ,Min-jun reviewed documents for establishing a scholarship foundation named after Seo-yoon.

Community Impact

• Chief Choi informed him that approval had been granted for starting scholarship programs aimed at helping students in need.

Rebuilding Relationships

Acts of Kindness

• On weekends ,Min-jun visited hermitages bringing supplies like rice while spending time with monks there.

Connection with Seo-yoon

• During one visit ,Seo-yoon offered tea expressing gratitude towards him ; they shared moments reflecting on their past experiences together.

Finding Peace Together

Acceptance and Forgiveness

• As seasons changed ,Seo-yoon encouraged Min-jun to forgive himself while he learned valuable lessons through their interactions.

Future Aspirations

• With renewed hope ,Ji-hoon visited them as a confident representative of Daeseong Group expressing gratitude towards both individuals shaping his journey ahead.