Love Your Enemy- Episodes 3-4
Our enemies-to-lovers drama just turned up the heat, diving straight into misunderstandings, secret pasts, and enough drama to fill a year’s worth of gossip sessions. Episodes 3 and 4 delivered everything: high school heartbreak, petty grudges, and a love triangle that’s as messy as it is entertaining. Let’s break it down:
The lilac bet is officially the talk of the school, with students hilariously rooting for Seok Ji-won to win. Yoon Ji-won’s frustration reaches new heights as she half-seriously contemplates destroying the lilacs, while Seok Ji-won, claiming he’s "forgotten" the bet, secretly waters them on the sly. The level of pettiness here is chef’s kiss. Meanwhile, Ji-hye emerges as the resident villain. Her jealous scheming from high school—intercepting texts, impersonating Yoon Ji-won, and ultimately blocking Seok Ji-won’s number—makes her responsible for the Ji-wons’ 18-year estrangement. Honestly, who hurt her?
We’re treated to flashbacks of Yoon Ji-won and Seok Ji-won’s secret romance during their high school days, and it’s adorable. From their hidden rendezvous at a pond to their first kiss, it’s clear they were genuinely in love. But their young love hits a tragic snag when Seok Ji-won’s father suffers a heart attack during an argument with Yoon Ji-won’s grandfather. Seok Ji-won’s family moves to Seoul, and a miscommunication orchestrated by Ji-hye convinces each Ji-won that the other has moved on. The heartbreak peaks when Seok Ji-won throws away the scarf he knitted for Yoon Ji-won—an amateur attempt, but heart-wrenchingly sweet.
Fast-forward to the present, where lingering feelings and misunderstandings abound. Yoon Ji-won visits the pond to reminisce and ends up falling in—only for Seok Ji-won to dive in after her, suit and all. His valiant (yet hilariously clumsy) rescue earns him seaweed accessories and a cold, and we’re reminded yet again why he’s the male lead. Moon-soo, the flashy new gym teacher with a tragic backstory of his own, joins the mix with his slow-burn connection to Yoon Ji-won. Their shared history—both of them contemplating jumping off a rooftop in despair—is surprisingly touching, adding depth to Moon-soo’s role.
Moon-soo moving into Yoon Ji-won’s school housing was chaotic enough, but when Seok Ji-won shows up with his luggage, ready to cohabitate, it’s game on. Seok Ji-won’s jealousy over Moon-soo is palpable, even as he tries (and hilariously fails) to hide it. Meanwhile, his inaugural ceremony as chairman is a masterclass in pettiness, as he outsmarts his father’s schemes to embarrass Grandpa Yoon. Seeing Seok Ji-won team up with Grandpa Yoon to humiliate Daddy Seok? Pure gold. Even Yoon Ji-won cracks a smile at the antics.
With Seok Ji-won and Moon-soo now sharing living space with Yoon Ji-won, the stage is set for an explosive love triangle. The lilac bet looms large, and Ji-hye’s manipulative nature promises more twists. Throw in Seok Ji-won’s endearing clumsiness, Moon-soo’s tragic yet warm-hearted charm, and Yoon Ji-won’s quick wit, and it’s impossible not to root for these characters—even when they’re driving each other crazy.
DramaZen's Opinion
Okay, I cannot stop thinking about these episodes. Love Your Enemy is officially in its messy, chaotic prime, and I am so here for it. From high school heartbreak to lilac-watering pettiness to accidental cohabitation, Episodes 3 and 4 gave us everything.
The lilac bet is pure drama gold. Not only is the entire school on Seok Ji-won’s side, but watching him secretly water the lilacs while claiming he’s “forgotten” about the bet is everything I didn’t know I needed. Meanwhile, Yoon Ji-won’s frustration is hilarious and so relatable. Honestly, if I were her, I’d be considering sabotaging those lilacs too. And then there’s Ji-hye—her bitter energy is ruining everyone’s life, and I love to hate her for it. Like, girl, 18 years is a LONG time to hold a grudge because someone else got the guy. Move on, please.
The high school flashbacks? Adorable and devastating in equal measure. Young Yoon Ji-won and Seok Ji-won were so in love it hurt. Their secret meetings at the pond, their first kiss—it was giving “Romeo and Juliet” vibes, minus the poison. But their breakup? Absolutely heart-wrenching. Watching them misunderstand each other because of Ji-hye’s manipulative texts was so frustrating. And when Seok Ji-won threw away that scarf he knitted for her? OOF. I felt that in my soul. It’s such a tragic reminder of how easily love can be derailed by outside forces.
Yoon Ji-won falling into the pond and Seok Ji-won diving in to save her, suit and all, was peak romantic comedy. Like, how can you NOT fall for this guy? (Pun intended.) The way he insisted he tripped into the water was so on-brand for his petty-but-sweet personality. Poor Moon-soo, though—he’s trying so hard to be the second lead we root for, but he’s no match for Seok Ji-won’s Superman antics. Sorry, dude.
Can we talk about the absolute madness of Seok Ji-won moving into Yoon Ji-won’s school housing after Moon-soo? This setup is screaming love triangle chaos, and I am living for it. Seok Ji-won’s jealousy is so obvious it’s almost endearing, and I’m lowkey loving how unbothered Yoon Ji-won is about the whole thing. The real question is: how long until this little arrangement explodes into the kind of chaos only a k-drama can deliver?
The show also hit me right in the feels with Yoon Ji-won’s backstory. Learning about her traumatic experiences—being fired for standing up to her boss, losing her parents, and even the rumors about her father—adds so much depth to her character. No wonder she’s so guarded. And Moon-soo’s story, with his injury cutting his swimming career short, was equally heartbreaking. The way they leaned on each other during such a dark time was surprisingly touching, even if they can’t agree on who saved whom.
These episodes balanced comedy, drama, and heart so perfectly. From Seok Ji-won’s pettiness and pratfalls to the deeper emotional threads tying all the characters together, it’s impossible not to get sucked in. Also, can we just give props to how unapologetically ridiculous this show is at times? Like, Seok Ji-won getting knocked off a ladder by a basketball? ICONIC. I laughed out loud, and I’m not even sorry.
Love Your Enemy is absolutely killing it right now. The lilac bet, the love triangle, and the cohabitation chaos are keeping me entertained, while the emotional depth is giving me all the feels. If Seok Ji-won keeps falling—into ponds, onto ladders, and for Yoon Ji-won—he might just become my new favorite male lead. I can’t wait to see how the madness unfolds next week. Thoughts and prayers for Yoon Ji-won because her life is about to get even messier, and I am 100% here for it. 🌸✨
