Unveiling the Dark Secrets of 'Connect In': A New Lead Emerges in 'Honor: Her Courtroom'

In the gripping ENA drama 'Honor: Her Courtroom', stars Lee Na-young, Jung Eun-chae, and Lee Chung-ah are on the hunt for clues to expose the secretive sex trafficking app 'Connect In'. A meeting with another victim, Jeon So-young, is anticipated to provide crucial information.

The third episode, aired on October 9, shocked viewers as underage victim Jo Yoo-jung (played by Park Se-hyun) recanted her false confession of murdering a journalist, revealing the existence of 'Connect In'. She was later found dead in her hospital room, initially thought to be a suicide due to pressure. However, Yoon Ra-young (Lee Na-young) discovered a note pleading to protect her sister, leading her to believe Jo Yoo-jung was murdered. Yoon Ra-young boldly declared war on 'Connect In' during a live interview, stating, “Our goal is to connect.”

With Jo Yoo-jung's death, the direct link to 'Connect In' vanished. The only lead left for the L&J (Listen & Join) law firm trio is Han Min-seo (Jeon So-young), discovered through reporter Lee Sun-hwa (Baek Ji-hye), who claimed Han Min-seo is currently involved with 'Connect In'. Lee Sun-hwa demanded money for Han Min-seo's contact information, and CEO Kang Shin-jae (Jung Eun-chae) agreed to the deal. Despite initial silence, Han Min-seo reached out to Hwang Hyun-jin (Lee Chung-ah) after seeing Yoon Ra-young's broadcast, hinting at a new development.

Ahead of the October 10 episode, stills reveal Han Min-seo visiting the L&J office. Previously, she exposed the horrific reality of 'Connect In', having been brutally assaulted by a client and narrowly escaping with her life. The organization's cleanup crew saved her, but her phone continued to receive 'class' notifications, a code for sex appointments.

Han Min-seo endures the abuse, likely due to massive debts. The stills show her facing the three lawyers with a hardened expression, while Yoon Ra-young, Kang Shin-jae, and Hwang Hyun-jin appear tense as they edge closer to uncovering 'Connect In's' vile operations.

In the preview for episode 4, Han Min-seo makes a shocking statement, “I saw a VIP. A Connect user.” Her mention of 'VIP' leaves her visibly terrified, hinting at a significant revelation. The identity of this 'VIP' remains a mystery, sparking curiosity.

The production team teased, “After Jo Yoo-jung's death, a new lead to track 'Connect In' emerges. Han Min-seo's testimony will shock everyone. Tune in to discover the chilling identity of the 'VIP' she witnessed.”

Episode 4 of 'Honor: Her Courtroom' airs at 10 PM on ENA.

Tae Yuna, TenAsia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr