Intense Showdown in '열혈사제2' as Key Characters Face Off

In the latest episode of SBS's Friday-Saturday drama '열혈사제2' (Hot Blooded Priest 2), which aired on December 20, the tension escalated as Kim Nam-gil (김남길), Lee Ha-nee (이하늬), and Kim Sung-kyun (김성균) held a pivotal 'Honey Pot Hearing' while gearing up for a confrontation with Seo Hyun-woo (서현우). The episode achieved a remarkable viewership rating of 14.2%, making it the top mini-series of the week according to Nielsen Korea, with 11.9% in both the metropolitan area and nationwide, and 4.0% among the 2049 demographic.

As the bomb countdown around Park Kyung-sun (이하늬) quickened, Kim Hae-il (김남길) attempted to pull the trigger of a gun aimed at his own head. At that moment, a masked figure, the priest Han (전성우), unleashed a powerful roar that disrupted the air, while Sister Kim (백지원) used her impressive card skills to hit two syringes next to Park Kyung-sun, neutralizing the bomb threat and bringing relief to everyone. The shocking revelation that the masked priest and Sister Kim were actually part of a larger scheme added to the drama.

After narrowly escaping death, Kim Hong-sik (김홍식) plotted to flee the country with hidden money, only to discover that Captain Park (양현민) had stolen his funds. Meanwhile, Park Kyung-sun and Captain Kim (황정민) warned Nam Du-heon (서현우) that evidence of his collusion with Kim Hong-sik was overwhelming, but Nam Du-heon arrogantly dismissed their concerns, likening the law to a spider's web that he could easily break.

Determined to catch Kim Hong-sik before Nam Du-heon, Kim Hae-il learned from Gomarta (허순미) that Interpol was on the hunt for a red notice suspect. New drug team leader Gu Ja-young (김형서) was appointed, and with the help of his supporters, he began to dismantle Nam Du-heon's operations.

As Kim Hae-il, Gu Dae-young (김성균), and Park Kyung-sun headed to Changrim Port, they engaged in a fierce battle with Captain Park's gang after stealing Kim Hong-sik's money. Just when Gu Ja-young found himself outnumbered, Chae Do-woo (서범준) and his seminary classmates arrived to assist, leading to a dramatic showdown.

Meanwhile, as Kim Hong-sik attempted to escape by boat, Interpol agents stormed the scene, leading to a chaotic confrontation where Park Kyung-sun revealed Nam Du-heon’s betrayal. Just as the Interpol team was about to apprehend Kim Hong-sik, a plane part fell from the sky, causing injuries and allowing both Kim Hong-sik and Nam Du-heon to escape, leaving everyone in shock.

Despite the setbacks, Park Kyung-sun expressed gratitude to her allies, emphasizing the need for true public justice over personal vendettas. After fleeing to Seoul, Nam Du-heon threatened high-ranking officials with incriminating evidence, ultimately securing a position as the head of the Central District Prosecutor's Office's Special Investigation Unit 2.

As the drama unfolds, Gu Dam-ju (구담즈) returns to Seoul, vowing to uphold justice, while Park Kyung-sun and Kim Hae-il file charges against Nam Du-heon for his involvement in drug trafficking and murder. The episode culminated in a hearing dubbed 'Honey Pot Gate,' with the final scene showing Park Kyung-sun, Gu Dae-young, and Kim Hae-il entering the hearing room, leaving viewers eager for the next episode.

The next episode of '열혈사제2' is set to air on December 27 at 10 PM.