Love Next Door Drama: Why Are Jung Hae In and Jung So Min Avoiding Each Other’s Gaze?

TVN's popular romantic comedy, "Love Next Door," is stirring excitement among fans with a sneak peek of the tension between the main characters Jung Hae In and Jung So Min in the upcoming episode. This light-hearted drama comes from the same talented director and writer behind the hit series "Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha."

In the series, Jung So Min plays Bae Seok Ryu, a woman attempting to rebuild her life after facing several personal challenges. Opposite her, Jung Hae In stars as Choi Seung Hyo, the son of her mother’s friend. Though once close, Bae Seok Ryu now sees him as a reminder of a difficult and embarrassing chapter in her life.

Previous Episode Recap: A Confession and A Secret

In the previous episode of "Love Next Door," viewers witnessed a playful moment between Choi Seung Hyo and Bae Seok Ryu. They humorously decided on a time limit or “expiration date” by which she would have to give him an answer to his confession of love. However, the light-hearted mood shifted dramatically when a major secret was revealed—Bae Seok Ryu had been treated for stomach cancer in the United States three years prior.

This revelation added a deeper layer of complexity to the story, leaving viewers anxious to know how this secret would affect the characters' evolving relationship.

What to Expect in the Next Episode

In newly released stills from the upcoming episode, fans are given a glimpse of a significant moment between the two characters. Choi Seung Hyo and Bae Seok Ryu return to a playground that holds many special memories from their childhood. It was a place where they used to comfort each other and create lasting bonds.

However, the atmosphere this time is far from warm. The stills show an uncomfortable tension between the two, as they awkwardly avoid each other's gaze, clearly affected by the recent revelations. This shift in their dynamic has left fans wondering how their relationship will evolve.

The production team of "Love Next Door" teased fans with an exciting preview, hinting that the upcoming episodes—Episodes 9 and 10—will finally shed light on all the mysteries surrounding Bae Seok Ryu.

They revealed that the upcoming episodes will dive into her time in the United States. Viewers will learn about her struggles while living abroad without the support of friends or family. Additionally, the reasons behind her calling off her engagement and quitting her job will also be explored, providing insight into her complicated past.

The production team also hinted at how Choi Seung Hyo will eventually discover Bae Seok Ryu’s secret and how this revelation will impact their relationship moving forward. Will it drive them apart, or will it bring them closer together as they confront the challenges in their lives?

Fans won’t have to wait long to find out the answers to these burning questions. The next episode of "Love Next Door" is scheduled to air on September 14 at 9:20 p.m. KST. With so many secrets about to be revealed, it promises to be an emotional and pivotal episode that could change the course of the characters' relationship.

"Love Next Door" continues to captivate viewers with its blend of romantic comedy and emotional depth. As more layers of Bae Seok Ryu’s past are unveiled, the tension between her and Choi Seung Hyo is set to reach new heights. Don’t miss the upcoming episodes as the drama unfolds and secrets come to light.