Love Andante- Episode 5
The Unexpected Guest
Episode 5 kicks off with a quiet moment between Ju-hyeong and Na-gyeong as they wait for the car to charge under the stars. As they talk, Na-gyeong opens up about missing her mom, and Ju-hyeong, showing a softer side, shares his wish for rest. When he asks about her wishes, Na-gyeong admits, with a hint of sadness, that hers have yet to come true. In a surprising and heartfelt gesture, Ju-hyeong promises to help her complete everything on her bucket list. Na-gyeong is stunned and deeply touched by his offer, but before the moment can turn into a kiss, the car loudly beeps, signaling it's fully charged, breaking the romantic tension.
In the days that follow, Ju-hyeong helps Na-gyeong at the farm, turning work into playful teasing and lighthearted fun. Their growing closeness doesn’t go unnoticed—Ju-hui is rooting for them, but Gyeong-ho remains concerned, unsure if their budding relationship is a good idea.
Later, Ju-hyeong borrows Jun-mo’s car and secures a gate pass to take Na-gyeong on a sweet, heartwarming date in the local town. They share their dreams and experiences, writing down wishes and enjoying delicious food. Though Na-gyeong doesn’t confess it aloud, she realizes she’s falling for Ju-hyeong and wishes for a future together. Ju-hyeong feels the same—he can’t imagine life without her once the year at Peace Village ends.
Back at the village, Jun-mo and the staff decide to organize a movie night, but the TV screen is broken, so they plan to project it on the wall at Ju-hyeong’s house. Unbeknownst to him, Ju-hyeong had no idea his home would be the venue and is shocked to find everyone gathered when he and Na-gyeong return. Despite the unexpected interruption, the movie stirs up emotions, and the whole village is brought to tears by its touching message. Ju-hyeong later apologizes to Na-gyeong for not planning a different movie night for just the two of them, but Na-gyeong reassures him that it's fine—they’ve grown so close, words are almost unnecessary.
But just as things seem to be going smoothly, trouble brews when Ju-hyeong’s label manager, desperate to avoid financial ruin, sends Chan Yeong to “kidnap” him from Peace Village. The manager is in a panic, fearing a massive fine for canceling Ju-hyeong’s Europe tour and bizarrely believes this is the best solution. Thankfully, Gyeong-ho spots Chan Yeong sneaking around Ju-hyeong’s house in the early hours and alerts Na-gyeong. Together, they hatch a plan to hide Chan Yeong and secretly help him escape the village before anyone realizes what’s happening. Though Gyeong-ho strongly opposes the risky plan, Na-gyeong insists he get involved, knowing the consequences could be severe if they’re caught.
With tensions rising and their peaceful village life threatened, Ju-hyeong and Na-gyeong will need to rely on each other more than ever to pull off this daring escape.
DramaZen's Opinion
Why on earth would Ju-hyeong’s manager think sending Chan Yeong to kidnap him from the Peace Village would fix anything? The logic is completely baffling—yet, in true K-Drama fashion, we’re willing to overlook it. Let’s just hope this wild plan doesn’t spiral out of control, because if Chan Yeong is caught, the consequences could be disastrous. Ju-hyeong’s career would be destroyed, but the stakes for Gyeong-ho and Na-gyeong are even higher—they could literally be facing a death sentence. The manager’s desperation is almost criminal, and it’s clear he didn’t think any of this through.
But amidst the chaos of Chan Yeong’s scheme, it’s been a joy watching Ju-hyeong and Na-gyeong’s relationship blossom. They’re undeniably adorable together, their playful chemistry only deepening with each passing moment. Yet, as sweet as it all is, there’s a looming shadow—what will happen when their time at the Peace Village runs out? With only a few months left, their future remains uncertain, leaving us all anxiously waiting to see what fate has in store for this unlikely couple.