Love Scout Episode 10 Recap: Public Office Love Begins

Before we dive into the spoilers, this episode of “Love Scout” is a masterclass in character development. It’s not just about the romance; it’s about how unresolved grief can shape our lives and the profound power of forgiveness.

I found this to be the series’s most emotionally resonant chapter yet, and we’ll explore why it’s a pivotal turning point for both the story and its characters. This article contains detailed spoilers for Episode 10 of “Love Scout.”

Catch Up: For new viewers, “Love Scout” follows Kang Ji-yoon (Han Ji-min), a determined CEO, and Yoo Eun-ho (Lee Jun-hyuk), a single father and her employee. Their relationship has been a slow burn, complicated by office politics, his daughter, and Ji-yoon’s deep-seated trauma from her father’s death.

In Love Scout Episode 10, Han Ji-min and Lee Jun-hyuk have officially announced their office romance in SBS’s Friday-Saturday drama.

The episode that aired on the 7th revealed a major turning point in their relationship. Kang Ji-yoon (Han Ji-min) admitted her feelings for Yoo Eun-ho (Lee Jun-hyuk) and openly declared that they were dating at work.

A Confession That Changed Everything

In the episode, Yoo Eun-ho made a shocking revelation. He told Kang Ji-yoon that the person who saved her from a fire in the past was actually her own father.

The news left Kang Ji-yoon feeling overwhelmed and confused. Seeing Yoo Eun-ho and his daughter Yoo Byeol together made her reflect on the situation even more.

Later, Kang Ji-yoon visited her father’s memorial. She expressed the emotional struggles she had faced after his passing. She admitted that she had resented him for a long time, but deep down, she had always missed him. Overcome with emotions, she finally forgave him.

Why does this revelation matter so much? From a narrative perspective, this isn’t just a plot twist. It fundamentally rewires Kang Ji-yoon’s entire worldview. She built her life and success on a foundation of resentment towards her father.

Learning that he was a hero to the man she loves shatters that foundation, forcing her to rebuild her understanding of him, and by extension, herself. This is brilliant writing that elevates the romance into a true healing journey.

A Public Relationship Begins

The next day, at work, Kang Ji-yoon and Yoo Eun-ho met at the elevator. Yoo Eun-ho hesitated to step in, but Kang Ji-yoon casually invited him in.

She then sincerely thanked him for being a good person. Without hesitation, she reached out her hand, and after a moment’s pause, Yoo Eun-ho held it.

 

Kang Ji-yoon assured him that she would never let go. He thanked her in return. As the elevator doors opened, he briefly let go of her hand but maintained a professional tone, addressing her as “CEO.”

However, Kang Ji-yoon confidently entered the office, still holding his hand. The employees looked surprised, but she greeted them as usual. Yoo Eun-ho acknowledged that there was no turning back, and Kang Ji-yoon agreed, sharing a laugh with him.

This isn’t a typical, shy K-drama confession. Kang Ji-yoon’s confidence in holding Yoo Eun-ho’s hand in front of everyone is a powerful character statement. It shows:

1. Her resolve: She is done hiding and is fully committed.

2. Her protection: She knows Eun-ho hesitates due to their professional hierarchy, so she takes the lead to shield him.

3. Her control: As CEO, she is redefining the workplace culture on her own terms. This single action tells us more about her growth than any dialogue could.

Overcoming the Past

Later, Yoo Eun-ho revealed more about his past. He explained that when he was young, he had been trapped in a burning building. A stranger saved him, leaving him with firefighters before disappearing. That person, he recently discovered, was Kang Ji-yoon’s father, Kang Kyung-tae.

Hearing this, Kang Ji-yoon was in disbelief. She had spent years resenting her father, only to learn that he had saved someone she deeply cared about. The realization left her emotionally shaken. She sat down, crying, unable to process the truth.

Finding Forgiveness and Moving Forward

Kang Ji-yoon initially tried to distance herself from Yoo Eun-ho, but he patiently waited for her to come to terms with her emotions. He even wrote her a letter, expressing that he would wait until she was ready. Over time, she softened. Attending a birthday party with Yoo Eun-ho’s daughter helped her heal.

Eventually, she visited her father’s grave alone. She spoke honestly, admitting that she had spent years blaming him. But at that moment, she forgave him. Tears streamed down her face as she whispered, “I miss you, Dad.”

Love Scout Episode 10 marked a significant shift. Kang Ji-yoon found closure with her father while embracing a new chapter with Yoo Eun-ho. Their relationship, once uncertain, was now public and stronger than ever.

What to Watch For Next (Prediction):

With the central secret revealed and the relationship public, the drama’s conflicts will likely shift. Look for:

• Workplace Dynamics: How will the other employees truly react now that the initial surprise has worn off?

• The Daughter’s Role: How will Yoo Byeol more deeply integrate Kang Ji-yoon into their family unit?

• New External Challenges: The show may introduce new business rivals or personal figures from the past to test the couple’s newfound stability.

This episode successfully closed one major chapter, only to excitingly open the next.

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