In this Cinderella Game episode 44 recap article, we’ll dive deep into the shocking twists and turns that unfolded in the latest episode.
Goo Ha-na (Han Groo) stood her ground after Yoon Se-young (Park Ri-won) embarrassed her younger brother during a dinner gathering. The tension started when Yoon Se-young told Goo Chi-jang (Park Chang-hoon) to swallow his food before speaking. The comment made the atmosphere uncomfortable, and Goo Ji-eun (Kim Ji-sung) quickly tried to lighten the mood by sharing a story about Goo Ha-na drinking spoiled milk without any issues.
Choi Myung-ji (Ji Soo-won) then brought up an unrelated topic, asking if Eugene was lactose intolerant. Shin Yeo-jin (Na Young-hee) quickly responded that Eugene had always been fine with milk and warned Choi Myung-ji to be mindful of her questions while eating.
When Choi Myung-ji got a moment alone with Goo Ji-eun, she subtly pried into Goo Ha-na’s friendships. Goo Ji-eun revealed that she had a best friend named Doo-na, but she had passed away. Without hesitation, Choi Myung-ji pushed for more details. Before an answer could come, an urgent report came in—a thief had broken into the house.
A Break-in with Strange Clues
The family rushed home. Yoon Sung-ho (Choi Jong-hwan) later reported that the intruder had fled before taking anything valuable. The police assumed it was a burglary, but something felt off. The thief had only searched Goo Ha-na’s room, leaving money and expensive items untouched.
Back at home, Goo Ha-na wasted no time. She returned the luxury shoes Yoon Se-young had given her and called her out for being disrespectful to her siblings. She made it clear—if Yoon Se-young wanted to be close to her, she needed to treat her family with respect. Yoon Se-young responded with sarcasm, escalating the conflict.
Meanwhile, Choi Myung-ji had now learned about the existence of Goo Ha-na’s late best friend, Lee Doo-na.

A Gift Exchange with Hidden Tensions
Chairman Shin Yeo-jin (Na Young-hee) had invited Goo Chi-jang over, and he presented her with a lifetime free pass to a tteokbokki restaurant. While others looked puzzled, Shin Yeo-jin found the gesture amusing and accepted it happily.
Goo Ji-eun brought a luxury scarf as a gift. Yoon Se-young, watching closely, took the scarf for a closer look. Without hesitation, she claimed it was fake. She then questioned Goo Ji-eun about its authenticity, asking if she really bought it from a department store.
Caught off guard, Goo Ji-eun insisted that she had purchased it from a reputable source using a card given to her by the chairman. Choi Myung-ji didn’t hold back, reminding her that she should have been more careful when using the chairman’s card.
Building Suspicion and Conflict
As the meal continued, Yoon Se-young once again embarrassed Goo Chi-jang, repeating her earlier remark about swallowing food before speaking. The room turned silent, and Goo Ji-eun tried to shift the conversation by bringing up another lighthearted story.
Choi Myung-ji, however, had her own agenda. She brought up the topic of Goo Ha-na’s childhood friend again, directing her questions toward Shin Yeo-jin. The chairman quickly shut down the topic, but it was clear that Choi Myung-ji wasn’t going to let it go.
With emotions running high and new conflicts brewing, the drama surrounding Goo Ha-na, Yoon Se-young, and the rest of the family continues to unfold.
About ‘Cinderella Game’
KBS 2TV’s daily drama Cinderella Game (directed by Lee Hyun-kyung, written by Oh Sang-hee, and produced by Miracle K Story/Jidam Media) follows the story of a woman who was once used as a fake daughter by her enemies.
As she embarks on a path of revenge, she gradually discovers the true meaning of justice and healing. The intense rivalries, shifting alliances, and emotional confrontations keep viewers engaged. The drama airs Monday to Friday at 7:50 PM.
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