After four weeks of watching Hong Joo ( Kim So Hyun ) and Hoo Young’s ( Chae Jong Hyeop ) love story unfold, “ Serendipity’s Embrace ” has finally come to a satisfying conclusion. From Hong Joo evolving into a strong female lead who is also open to being vulnerable in front of her loved ones, to Hoo Young finally deciding to live life on his own terms, and the couple’s friends getting their own happy endings, here are three ways “Serendipity’s Embrace” beautifully wrapped up its story. Warning: spoilers for episodes 7-8 ahead! In the preview of episode six, we finally see Bang Joon Ho ( Yun Ji On ) break down and confess the truth to Hong Joo about why he left.
He cries in front of her, asking if she would take him back if he told her that he was sick, that he couldn’t breathe, and that even after all the times they were apart, she remained the only one he loved. Although viewers never doubted Hong Joo’s love for Hoo Young, the preview left everyone concerned about the couple’s future. What if Hong Joo decided to give Joon Ho a second chance? After all, Joon Ho was her first love, and according to her, that’s a very special kind of love.
However, Hong Joo did not disappoint. In the very first scene of episode six, she sets strong boundaries and does not give Joon Ho a second chance. She not only creates physical distance by leaving his house but also stands her ground and refuses to let her boss passively pressure her into retaking the “My Avant-Gard.