The Judge from Hell- Episodes 9-10
Episodes 9 and 10 of The Judge From Hell crank up the intensity, blending supernatural intrigue, emotional breakthroughs, and shocking twists. With Bitna’s icy demeanor continuing to melt and Daon walking the fine line between justice and revenge, the stakes have never been higher—and the consequences more devastating.
The story kicks off with Bitna and Daon in the autopsy room, where Bitna touches Soyeong’s forehead and relives the horrifying events of her final moments. Soyeong catches a glimpse of her killer, but the show cleverly withholds the culprit’s identity—for now. The suspense builds as the duo attends Soyeong’s funeral, where Daon delivers a heart-wrenching eulogy. His voice falters as he calls Soyeong “like a mother” to him. But just as Daon composes himself, Arong notices something alarming—Bitna has tears in her eyes.
Rattled by her sudden emotions, Bitna seeks out a psychologist, convinced that something is wrong with her. Could Daon be thawing her heart and making her more human? Bitna, of course, stubbornly refuses to believe it. Meanwhile, Mando’s hilarious yet heartbreaking attempt to embrace the Lord is thwarted when Arong—now revealed to be Venato, the secret enforcer of Hell—catches him in the act.
Back at the precinct, tensions rise as Soyeong’s team struggles to move on from her loss. A new leader, the cheerful but unsettling Jang Munjae, steps in to manage the case. Suspicion falls on Bitna, but Daon—knowing he needs her to stop the serial killer J—quickly deflects their concerns. After an argument with his fellow officers, Daon and Bitna share a meal, only to be interrupted by insensitive strangers gossiping about Soyeong’s case. When Daon looks ready to lash out, Bitna steps in, smashing a phone to prevent the altercation from being recorded.
As the two leave, Daon thanks her, and Arong—watching from the shadows—assumes they’re on a date. The tension between Bitna and Daon continues to simmer, and it’s clear their connection is growing deeper.
In the meantime, Bitna secretly tasks the Hell clean-up crew with finding Soyeong in the afterlife, hoping to learn more about her tragic end. But just as Bitna starts unraveling emotionally, an angelic revelation shifts the narrative. Mija, who has been watching over Bitna all along, reveals herself to be the angel Gabriel. Gabriel explains that he answered the dying prayers of Daon’s mother by sending Soyeong to protect him—but warns that divine protection will end if Daon crosses the line into murder. It’s now up to Bitna to safeguard Daon from himself.
With news breaking that the notorious serial killer J has returned, things escalate quickly. Bitna catches wind of Seonho, a reckless troublemaker linked to Assemblyman Jeong’s family—and a possible suspect in Soyeong’s murder. The political intrigue deepens as Taekyu confronts Bitna, realizing she’s no longer the submissive woman he once knew.
As tensions rise, Daon and Bitna face even greater challenges. Daon deletes incriminating CCTV footage of Bitna, only for Munjae to blackmail him into following his every order. The twisted web tightens further when Munjae—now possessed by the demon Paimon—reveals his deadly intentions: to kill Daon and destroy Bitna.
The climax unfolds with Bitna confronting Seonho in court, demanding he face her directly. Though Seonho confesses to his reckless crimes, the real question remains—could he also be the elusive serial killer J? Meanwhile, Munjae uploads the surveillance footage of Bitna, using it to corner Daon.
Bitna’s growing humanity becomes undeniable when she breaks down in tears at the sight of Daon’s injuries after a fight with his fellow officers. When she patches his wounded lip, an awkward moment unfolds—Bitna mistakes Daon’s attempt to grab lip balm for an attempt to kiss her, flustering her into retreat. Their emotional tug-of-war has become impossible to ignore.
As the story barrels toward its climax, Bitna discovers that the real threat lies not just with J or Seonho, but with Paimon, who has been manipulating events from the shadows. In a chilling scene, Arong summons the demon of death, Bael, who assigns Paimon to hunt Daon.
The final moments are nothing short of heart-pounding. Munjae, now fully possessed by Paimon, traps Daon in a twisted game, taunting him with lies about Bitna’s death. Just as Paimon prepares to strike, Bitna intervenes, brandishing her Hell blade. But before she can land the killing blow, Paimon conjures a vision, making Bitna see Daon in his place.
Daon’s desperate cries snap her out of the illusion, and the two engage in a brutal fight with the demon. Bitna delivers a fatal blow to Paimon—but the victory comes at a terrible cost. Paimon rises for one final attack, and Daon, sensing what’s about to happen, steps in front of Bitna, taking the blow meant for her.
As Daon collapses in her arms, bleeding out from the wound, Bitna—Hell’s cold and unfeeling judge—breaks down completely. Tears stream down her face as she cradles him, the full weight of her emotions crashing over her. For the first time, Bitna feels not just the burden of justice, but the overwhelming ache of love and loss.
The episode ends on a devastating cliffhanger, leaving us to wonder: Can Bitna save Daon from death—and herself from damnation? Or has their fated connection sealed both of their fates?
These two episodes deliver a powerful mix of supernatural intrigue, emotional depth, and devastating twists. With the stakes higher than ever, The Judge from Hell promises an explosive and unpredictable ride ahead—one that will leave viewers questioning just how far Bitna is willing to go to protect the man who’s changed her forever.
DramaZen's Opinion
Episode 10 Ends with a Bang—and So Many Theories!
Whew, talk about a cliffhanger! But it’s not just the heart-stopping final moments that have me counting the minutes until next week’s episodes. These two chapters are easily my favorite so far—finally pulling us deeper into the core mystery surrounding the elusive serial killer J and teasing the twisted identity of Satan lurking in the background. The ritualistic nature of the murders has hinted for weeks that Satan is somehow involved, but now both the characters and viewers are locked in on the same chilling question: Who is Satan hiding inside?
And here’s where things get interesting. Bitna is adamant that Tae-gyu’s reckless brother isn’t the true threat, but the breadcrumbs suggest someone close to him may be hosting the devil himself. The clues keep pointing toward Assemblyman Jeong, whose age fits the timeline of the original murders. But here’s the wild twist: what if Satan has been body-hopping? If the original murders were committed decades ago, Satan may have started in one host and later jumped into Tae-gyu, a younger, more appealing vessel. It’s not hard to imagine Satan being the type to chase vanity—if he’s hunting eternal life, he’s going to want a body that’s young, beautiful, and built to last.
And then there’s the moment where Tae-gyu accuses Bitna of not being herself. It wasn’t just a casual observation like, “Oh, you’ve changed since your near-death experience.” No, it felt pointed—like Tae-gyu knows that Bitna is demon-possessed. Could it be that Satan’s game involves more than just serial killings? Could he have been aware of Justitia’s identity all along, waiting for his moment to strike?
Speaking of which, let’s talk about the original, human Bitna. The show keeps dropping tantalizing hints about her backstory, leaving me both intrigued and slightly worried that this thread won’t get the resolution it deserves. If she was sent to Hell by mistake, that suggests she was a good person. My theory? Bitna broke off her engagement with Tae-gyu when she uncovered his family’s corruption—and was likely murdered for it. But things get even murkier when Tae-young describes the human Bitna as too “bougie” to care about the poor—a personality trait usually reserved for antagonists or complicated love interests.
And here’s where things could really get messy: what if the real Bitna eventually returns to her body, sending Justitia back to Hell? Would that twist turn everything we’ve seen so far on its head? What happens to the connections she’s built with Daon—and would the human Bitna even remember any of it? This opens the door to a rabbit hole of theories about the ending, and frankly, I’m both excited and terrified to see where the writers take this.
With the stakes climbing higher, these episodes are doing a brilliant job of weaving together supernatural intrigue, moral dilemmas, and emotional tension. The puzzle pieces are slowly falling into place, but there are still so many questions left unanswered. Is Satan closer than we think? Will Daon fall further into the darkness in his pursuit of justice? And what will happen to Justitia if love makes her too human to stay in the game?
One thing’s for sure—this story has its hooks in deep. Now, we just need the writers to deliver on all these deliciously dark promises without leaving us hanging!