In the TVN weekend drama 'The Midnight Romance in Hagwon,' the undercover love story between Jung Ryeo Won and Wi Ha Joon is getting hotter.

In the latest episode aired on the 8th, we saw Seo Hye Jin (played by Jung Ryeo Won) and Lee Joon Ho (played by Wi Ha Joon) getting cozy both inside and outside the academy.

The episode scored a 3.2% viewership (for paid households) according to Nielsen Korea, dipping by 0.9% from the previous episode's 4.3%.

As the relationship between Seo Hye Jin and Lee Joon Ho blossomed, they hit a snag. Seo Hye Jin found Lee Joon Ho's pal, Choi Seung Kyu (played by Shin Joo Hyub), waiting at his place. Lee Joon Ho, feeling indebted for the help with moving, dashed off with a promise to return soon.

Alone at home, Seo Hye Jin was also busy, prepping the house and bed for a romantic night she envisioned with Lee Joon Ho. And guess what? Her dreams came true when Lee Joon Ho professed his love, saying, "I love Seo Hye Jin. I've loved you for much longer than I thought." Their deeper kiss sealed the deal, making their night cozy. The next morning, they woke up beaming with joy, embracing each other anew.

On the day of the final exams, Seo Hye Jin and Lee Joon Ho were thrilled with the students' mock exam results. Everyone aced the multiple-choice questions. But then, Lee Shi Woo (played by Cha Kang Yoon) popped up. Though Seo Hye Jin and Lee Joon Ho had been tutoring him in Korean, he still struggled with some tricky bits.

Meanwhile, Daechi-dong was undergoing changes. Hyeong Seop (played by Kim Song Il), a Korean teacher at Chan Young High School, agreed to be the deputy head of the Best Korean Department. Initially hesitant about using only textbook questions for the final exam, he agreed to Choi Hyeong Seon's (played by Seo Jung Yeon) proposal in the dead of night. As the deputy head, he met Seo Hye Jin in a new light.

That day, Seo Hye Jin and Lee Joon Ho's undercover romance sparked excitement. From their secret elevator meet-ups to tender kisses in the classroom and inside jokes, they made each other's days thrilling.

Unexpectedly, Nam Cheong Mi (played by So Joo Yeon) stumbled upon an interesting connection. After a drink with Choi Seung Kyu, a grad student skeptical about 'studies,' she boldly retorted, "Why do you say that? It's pathetic," to his harsh words. His fiery reaction hinted at the start of a intriguing relationship, leaving Choi Seung Kyu tossing and turning at night.

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Fans eagerly waiting for Episode 9 of Love Scout will have to wait a little longer! Instead of the next episode, SBS has decided to air a special broadcast on January 31st.

According to the production team, this special episode will be aired on Friday, January 31st, at 10 PM KST, while Episode 9 is now set to broadcast on Saturday, February 1st, at 9:50 PM KST.

To keep fans entertained, Love Scout has also dropped new behind-the-scenes photos in celebration of the Lunar New Year holiday! The newly released cuts highlight Han Ji Min and Lee Jun Hyuk’s passionate performances.

Han Ji Min radiates her signature bright and lovely energy on set, while Lee Jun Hyuk fully immerses himself in his role, paying attention to every detail. The two actors’ dedication shines through, making the drama’s romance even more captivating!

The behind-the-scenes shots also showcase Han Ji Min and Lee Jun Hyuk’s undeniable chemistry. One particular photo has fans swooning—Han Ji Min flashes a bright smile while Lee Jun Hyuk playfully places a finger on her head, showing their effortless bond.

Their close proximity adds a sophisticated and mature charm that’s hard to miss. With their romance officially blooming in Episode 8, fans can’t wait to see how their love story unfolds!

On January 30th, the production team shared a warm message, saying, “We hope everyone had a wonderful Lunar New Year holiday.”

They continued, “Han Ji Min and Lee Jun Hyuk’s chemistry has always been top-tier. They are already perfect actors, but they continue to exchange ideas and work hard to create even deeper emotions on screen.”

The team also teased what’s coming next, saying, “With only four episodes left, Ji Yoon and Eun Ho will help each other grow through a more mature love. Please stay with Love Scout until the very end!”

With emotions running high and only a few episodes left, fans are more excited than ever to see how this romance will develop. Will Ji Yoon and Eun Ho get their happy ending? Stay tuned!

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