Tensions Rise in 'Woman Who Swallowed the Sun' as Jang Shin-young Uncovers Key Evidence in Daughter's Assault Case

In the latest episode of MBC's daily drama 'Woman Who Swallowed the Sun,' aired on the 17th, Jang Shin-young's character, Baek Seol-hee, uncovers crucial evidence in her relentless pursuit to reveal the true perpetrator behind her daughter Baek Mi-so's assault. This discovery leads to a dramatic confrontation with Yoon Ah-jung's character, Min Kyung-chae, a central figure in a powerful conglomerate.

During the episode, Seol-hee, determined to uncover the truth behind Mi-so's assault, teams up with Choi Soo-kyun's character, Joo Yeon-ah, to distribute flyers in search of witnesses and meticulously investigates the alley where the assault took place. Despite the indifference of most people, Seol-hee's unwavering dedication highlights her deep maternal love. Her desperation intensifies upon seeing Mi-so's distress over the capture of a false suspect.

Meanwhile, Park Seo-yeon's character, Min Se-ri, is anxious about her involvement being exposed. Kyung-chae reassures her, expressing confidence that there will be no further police investigation. Kyung-chae also meets Seo Ha-jun's character, Moon Tae-kyung, to recruit him for a new business venture, introducing herself as the president of Min Kang Distribution. Tae-kyung, however, responds cryptically, hinting at unresolved matters from 25 years ago. Despite Kyung-chae's pressure to focus on the contract, Tae-kyung counters by demanding internal information from Min Kang Distribution, suggesting a shift in their dynamic.

A glimmer of hope emerges for Seol-hee when she unexpectedly acquires a black box memory card containing damning evidence of Mi-so's brutal assault by Se-ri. The harrowing footage of her daughter's suffering fuels Seol-hee's anger. Watching her sleeping daughter, Seol-hee vows, "How scared you must have been, my dear. I'll find her and make her pay. Just wait a little longer." This heartfelt moment resonates deeply with viewers.

Armed with the decisive evidence, Seol-hee heads to Min Kang Distribution. Confronting Kyung-chae in the lobby, she introduces herself as "Mi-so's mother and the guardian of the victimized student," demanding a meeting. In the president's office, Seol-hee boldly presents the black box footage, accusing Se-ri of being the true culprit. Unfazed, Kyung-chae offers compensation, questioning what Seol-hee stands to gain by escalating the matter. Seol-hee firmly rejects the offer, stating her intention to give Kyung-chae a chance for redemption. However, Kyung-chae retorts, "Forgiveness is for the powerful," and provocatively suggests Seol-hee is exploiting her daughter's situation for financial gain. Enraged, Seol-hee throws a glass of water in Kyung-chae's face, leaving the two women locked in a tense standoff.

Reported by Kim Ji-won, TenAsia bella@tenasia.co.kr