In the episode airing on the 28th, Hyun Joo-yeop discovers his son's hospital-related trauma for the first time. Hyun Joo-yeop and Hyun Jun-hee visit a psychiatric hospital, but Jun-hee refuses to enter, saying, “I’m sorry, but I can’t go in. It makes me uncomfortable.” Curious about his son's feelings, Joo-yeop asks, “Why do you dislike it so much?” Jun-hee reveals, “It’s because of my memories of being admitted to a closed ward.” He recalls being admitted to a closed ward three out of four times, experiencing restrictions on electronic devices and toys, and feeling isolated and restricted. Jun-hee adds, “The hospital feels like a cage. No one can touch me, but I don’t have my freedom.” Im Hyung-joo empathizes, saying, “It must have been harder because you were young.”
Jun-hee recalls, “I went to get medicine and ended up being admitted,” remembering the surprise admission. He explains his discomfort with hospitals, saying, “I felt shocked, upset, and wanted to escape. Sometimes I cried because of feelings of injustice or sadness, and memories of being admitted come to mind when I visit hospitals.” Han Hye-jin expresses sympathy, saying, “You must have felt betrayed,” while Jeon Hyun-moo highlights the importance of rebuilding trust between Joo-yeop and his son. The focus is on how Joo-yeop will open his son's heart after learning about his trauma.
Meanwhile, Joo-yeop arranges a meeting with a famous chef known as the 'Black and White Chef,' saying, “Jun-hee seems to communicate better with others than with me, so I set up this meeting.” Jun-hee shows great chemistry with the chef, while Joo-yeop humorously comments, “I feel like I’m not needed here.” The mediator offers sincere advice based on his experience raising two sons, addressing the conflict between Joo-yeop and Jun-hee over a leave of absence. Thanks to the mediator, Jun-hee makes a shocking confession to his father, leaving Joo-yeop stunned. As Joo-yeop sits in shock, Jun-hee admits, “I didn’t say anything because I was afraid of this reaction. I can count on one hand the times I’ve seen you this surprised.”
What secret did Jun-hee reveal that left his father in shock? The emotional encounter between Joo-yeop, Jun-hee, and the famous chef will be unveiled on TV CHOSUN's 'Dad and Me Season 3,' airing at 10 PM on the 28th.
Ryu Ye-ji, TenAsia Reporter ryuperstar@tenasia.co.kr