TV
Marriage Contract Leak Sparks Tension in '21st Century Grand Lady'
In the episode aired on the 2nd, MBC's Friday-Saturday drama '21st Century Grand Lady' depicted a crisis as Grand Prince Ian (Byun Woo-seok) and Seong Hee-joo (IU) spent their first night together.
During the wedding, Seong Hee-joo suddenly collapsed and was rushed to the hospital emergency room. Grand Prince Ian stayed by her side, unable to leave as she lay in bed with an oxygen mask.
Later, it was revealed that Seong Hee-joo was suffering from 'digoxin poisoning'. Upon hearing that an overdose could be fatal, Seong Hyun-guk (played by Jo Seung-yeon) slapped Grand Prince Ian in anger.
Regaining consciousness, Seong Hee-joo recalled the wedding incident, mentioning the swapped drinks. Ian speculated, "It seems they were targeting me. If I had drunk it, I might have died," hinting at the direction of the incident.
Seong Hee-joo expressed her concerns, saying, "Everyone calls me the Grand Lady, so I feel the pressure," and added, "I feel like I have to be graceful." Ian reassured her, saying it was fortunate if he was the target, easing her worries.
Seong Hee-joo tried to lighten the serious situation, jokingly asking Ian, "Will you take responsibility if I become a widow?"
However, the peaceful atmosphere did not last long. At an official event attended by Seong Hee-joo, the marriage contract was leaked, bringing another crisis. In the unexpected situation, Ian took to the stage, saying, "Look only at me," as he held Seong Hee-joo's hand, heightening the tension for the next development.
Jo Na-yeon, TenAsia Reporter nybluebook@tenasia.co.kr