Heartfelt Search for Estranged Father Unveiled on 'Secrets of Detectives'

A poignant story of a 20-year-old seeking his estranged father after 18 years, and the aunt who raised him as her own, will be revealed.

On the upcoming episode of Channel A's 'Secrets of Detectives,' airing on the 23rd at 10 PM, a heartfelt request from a 20-year-old client to find his father, whom he hasn't seen since he was two, is received. Due to his parents' divorce, the client was raised by his maternal aunt's family. Initially left with his paternal family, the aunt, moved by his situation, decided to raise him alongside her two sons as her own. The client expresses deep gratitude and affection for his aunt and uncle, stating, "They are like my parents." The aunt also shares, "I never thought of him as just a nephew. I tried to raise him just like my own sons," showcasing her extraordinary maternal love.

However, the story takes a shocking turn when the client's mother is mentioned. The aunt reveals, "My sister only visited once in 18 years, at her son's elementary school graduation. The only financial support was 300,000 won." She further discloses, "I never received child support; instead, I lent her money." The revelation that four years ago, she lent her sister money for surgery, only to be reported to the police when she asked for repayment, leaves everyone in disbelief. Cast members, including Yoo In-na, express their outrage and sympathy, stating, "She can't be seen as a mother or a sister," and "It's irrational."

Adding to the somber mood, the aunt's critical health condition is revealed. She is in urgent need of a kidney transplant due to end-stage renal disease. The client shares, "I thought it would be better to give her one of my kidneys than to see her suffer," revealing his decision to donate, which moves everyone to tears. Kim Poong comments, "It's hard to believe such misfortune could happen to someone so angelic... Is there really a God?"

The detective couple takes on the case, using clues about the client's father to begin their investigation. The touching bond between the aunt and nephew, stronger than blood ties, and the potential reunion with his father after 18 years, will be unveiled on 'Secrets of Detectives.'

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