The situation
Ji Sung's character Lee Han Young in "The Judge Returns" travels back in time to 2025, determined to correct past wrongs. In the upcoming third episode, he meets Yu Se Hee, his wife from his first life, for the first time in his second life, leading to a tense confrontation. The encounter takes a surprising turn when Yu Se Hee slaps Lee Han Young.
What the internet did with it
- Netizens are discussing the unexpected slap, with some finding it satisfying given Lee Han Young's past actions: — "he had it coming, no *눈치 (awareness of social cues) whatsoever"
- The drama's use of time travel to explore themes of justice and redemption is being praised, with many looking forward to seeing how Lee Han Young's actions in the past affect his present.
- Some viewers are speculating about the circumstances leading up to the slap, given the limited context provided in the stills and previews.
The open question
The exact reason behind Yu Se Hee's slap and how it will impact Lee Han Young's relationships and mission to seek justice remain unclear, leaving viewers to wait for the third episode to find out more.