Way Back Love- Episodes 5-6

Long Goodbyes, Heartfelt Truths, and That Kiss

Episode 5 of Way Back Love is an emotional rollercoaster—equal parts beautiful, bittersweet, and packed with reveals that change everything we thought we knew. This one digs deep into Ram Woo’s afterlife journey and finally gives Hee Wan and Jung-sook the closure they desperately needed.

We open in the past, right after Ram Woo’s death. A Grim Reaper appears, ready to take him to the afterlife—but Ram Woo hesitates. When asked what he regrets most, the answer is immediate: Hee Wan. Once he hears that becoming a Reaper means he can return to the mortal world, even briefly, he signs up without a second thought.

In the present, he’s still by Hee Wan’s side, quietly asking about his mother, Jung-sook. He’s worried—how has she been surviving all these years? Turns out, her story is even more tangled than we thought.

Cue the return of CEO Ryu Ho-kyung, the woman behind the mysterious apartment waiver. Hee Wan tracks her down, hands over her student ID, and things get real. Ryu reveals that Ram Woo’s father—yep, her husband—was the one who had an affair with Jung-sook. Jung-sook had no idea he was married, refused hush money, and walked away from it all with dignity. Ryu, however, held a grudge for years.

Eventually, though, she comes clean. She never loved her husband—she was in it for his family's status. Seeing Jung-sook and Ram Woo living a humble, love-filled life shook her. After Ram Woo’s death, Jung-sook blamed herself and tried to make amends, but Hee Wan ran from that conversation. Until now.

We jump between this emotional present and Ram Woo’s Reaper training, where he’s doing everything he can to sneak glimpses of Hee Wan. Their bond is so strong, even the afterlife can't dull it.

Meanwhile, Hee Wan’s friends—Yeong-hyun and the crew—keep reaching out, but she’s laser-focused on her visit to Jung-sook. She finally gets on the bus, Ram Woo quietly holding her hand for support. When Hee Wan walks into Jung-sook’s studio, it’s a flood of emotions.

Jung-sook is still teaching art, still painting, and still grieving. The two women sit down and finally talk. Hee Wan breaks down, blaming herself for Ram Woo’s death. After all, it was her name-tag he wore that night. But Jung-sook, full of grace, sees through her guilt and embraces her. They both cry, and in that hug, they begin to let go.

Inside, Jung-sook opens up more. She’s been angry for so long, lashing out at everyone around her. But she wants to do better—and she wants Ram Woo to know. Hee Wan brings him in. Of course, Jung-sook can’t see him, but when she puts on his old coat and says how warm it feels, we all know she feels his presence. Quietly, they say goodbye.

And then comes the moment. Ram Woo’s bucket list is finally complete. He fixes the lights outside, one last small act of care. And just like that, he starts to fade. But Hee Wan’s not having it.

She chases after him through the forest, calling his name, until she finds him. And finally—finally—they kiss. The buildup, the longing, the emotions? All worth it. It’s a beautifully bittersweet scene, made even heavier by what’s coming next.

Because then, we jump to the past. And we see it—Hee Wan on the rooftop, devastated, preparing to end her life. The grief, the guilt, the pain of losing Ram Woo was too much.

Fireworks, Final Goodbyes, and a New Beginning 

Way Back Love wraps up with an emotional, heartwarming, and tear-soaked finale that delivers on every promise it made from the very first episode. Episode 6 is about closure—but not the kind that ends things. It's about the kind that helps you begin again.

We start with a peaceful, almost dreamlike moment—Ram Woo and Hee Wan watching the sunrise together. But there’s a weight to it. It’s Hee Wan’s last day. One day left before her time is up. Instead of wallowing, she decides to make the most of it—with her very own bucket list.

Her first stop? Home. She buys her dad a sharp new suit, only to be surprised with a brand new laptop in return (courtesy of her sister Hee Joo, who actually listened for once). Their dad’s even back to playing the saxophone, claiming he’s going to perform at both his daughters’ weddings. It’s sweet, it’s sad, and it’s everything.

Hee Wan then heads to a theme park—because if it’s your last day, you go big. But she also makes room for kindness, like reuniting a stranger with their lost passport. It’s a small moment, but it reflects who Hee Wan is now: someone who’s still hurting but hasn’t lost her heart.

Meanwhile, Yeong-hyun is in full panic mode, frantically trying to reach Hee Wan. She had a dream last episode about the fireworks and something bad happening—so yeah, she’s not letting this go. And here’s the twist we didn’t see coming: Yeong-hyun has been able to see Ram Woo all along. That’s why she always seemed a step ahead, answering questions only Hee Wan and the Reaper should’ve known.

Ram Woo uses Yeong-hyun to invite Hee Wan to the fireworks. It’s the perfect send-off. As the sun sets, he finally tells Hee Wan the truth about her past—how she once stood on that rooftop, ready to jump. But something’s changed now. She doesn’t want to die anymore. Even though this means she’ll never see him again, she chooses life. Ram Woo, holding back tears, tells her to move forward and let him go.

Then… he disappears. And Hee Wan completely breaks down, begging him to stay. But it's too late.

Back at her apartment, grief catches up with her. She collapses on the floor, exhausted. But Yeong-hyun—absolute MVP—figures it out. She races to the Railroad Bar, the spot from her dream, and realizes that Hee Wan is about to make the same mistake again.

Sure enough, Hee Wan heads to the rooftop, leaving behind a note, ready to jump. But Yeong-hyun arrives just in time and pleads with her to stop. She reminds her of the fireworks, of Ram Woo, and of why she still has a future to live for.

And then—Ram Woo appears, one final time. Just for her. They watch the fireworks together. It’s quiet, emotional, and a moment neither of them will ever forget. He tells her that saving her is like saving himself. They're still connected. That’s enough for Hee Wan to take a step back from the ledge.

So, does Hee Wan turn things around?

Yes. And it's beautiful.

She starts living—really living. She opens up to Yeong-hyun, and we learn Yeong-hyun’s been carrying pain of her own. She too was once “left behind,” and perhaps even saved by a Reaper. She tells Hee Wan something that hits deep: when someone leaves, you learn to live with the hole they left behind. And somehow, that becomes part of you.

The final scenes are full of quiet hope. Hee Wan finds inspiration in her memories of Ram Woo—not as something that holds her back, but as fuel. Her art blooms again. She creates a piece that honors him, featuring his handwriting and the quote:
“Nothing comes back and nothing is repeated. Because everything is real.”

DramaZen's Opinion

A Bittersweet Goodbye I’ll Never Forget 💖🌠

Episodes 5 and 6 of Way Back Love completely stole my heart. These final chapters were emotional, yes—but also full of warmth, growth, and just the right amount of closure.

Watching Ram Woo and Hee Wan’s story come full circle was so satisfying. The bucket list moments, the sunrise, the painting, the kiss (!!)—every scene felt like a love letter to their journey. And don’t even get me started on Yeong-hyun. She came through like an actual guardian angel. MVP energy!

Episode 6 in particular hit hard but left me hopeful. Hee Wan choosing to live, embracing her pain, and turning it into art? Beautiful. And that final quote—“Nothing comes back and nothing is repeated. Because everything is real”—just wreckedme in the best way.

This drama was magical from start to finish. I laughed, I cried, and I’m going to miss these characters so much. What a perfect, heartfelt ending. 💫