KBS2’s weekend drama To My Beloved Thief saw a surge in attention after Nam Ji Hyun made a shocking confession to protect Moon Sang Min.
In episode 13, which aired on the 14th, Hong Eun Jo (played by Nam Ji Hyun) stepped forward and claimed she was the thief in order to shield Grand Prince Lee Yeol (played by Moon Sang Min) from danger.
The bold move immediately became the highlight of the night and pushed nationwide ratings to 6.9%, according to Nielsen Korea. At its highest point, the episode peaked at 7.9% per minute.
The emotional weight of the episode centered on Hong Eun Jo’s determination to save Lee Yeol at all costs.
After finding him gravely injured, she held his hand and said, “You cannot sleep for too long. I have forgotten how to survive the winter alone,” showing her deep feelings and fear of losing him.
As political tension rose and a royal order targeted the mysterious thief known as Gil Dong, Hong Eun Jo realized Lee Yeol could become the real victim.
Meanwhile, Lee Yeol expressed his unwavering trust in her, saying, “No matter where it ends, I will go with you,” a line that contributed to the episode’s peak rating of 7.9%.
In the final moments, just as conflict between the key characters was about to explode, Hong Eun Jo revealed a mask and declared, “Arrest me. I am Gil Dong.”
Her sudden confession stunned everyone and marked the episode’s most dramatic turning point.
With ratings rising to 6.9% nationwide and a 7.9% peak, To My Beloved Thief continues to draw strong interest as the story moves toward its climax.
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