Mr. Bae Shocks Fans by Choosing 16th Season's Youngja Over 22nd Season's Youngsook

In a surprising twist on the latest episode of SBS Plus and ENA's reality show, I Am SOLO, Love Continues (나는 SOLO, 그 후 사랑은 계속된다), Mr. Bae, a popular contestant, shifted his affections from 22nd season's Youngsook to 16th season's Youngja, leaving viewers in shock.

During the December 12 broadcast, the tangled love lines of the 'Divorced Guesthouse' were revealed. Mr. Hwang, who began dating 10th season's Youngja, confidently declared, "There’s not much I can’t eat, so I decided on the menu myself." He then asked, "Is long-distance okay?" to which Youngja replied, "I like being alone, and sometimes I feel that meeting once a week is too often," which pleased Mr. Hwang. He smiled, noting that their mindsets seemed to align, and he candidly shared the emotional struggles he faced during his ten-year marriage.

Mr. Hwang admitted that his obsessive cleanliness led to frequent arguments with his ex-wife, stating, "It was almost platonic with my ex. I disliked physical contact." Youngja was taken aback by his comments, expressing her mixed feelings in an interview with the production team, wondering if she could accept him. After their date, Mr. Hwang revealed, "My feelings have shifted to 90% for Youngja and 10% for Youngsook," indicating a growing interest in Youngja.

Meanwhile, Mr. Heukgim and Mr. Baekgim, who faced humiliation with zero votes in the dating selection, cooked jjajangmyeon at their accommodation. Mr. Baekgim expressed disappointment, saying, "I thought Youngsook would choose me after our long conversation yesterday," while Mr. Heukgim echoed similar sentiments. Both men were particularly interested in Youngsook, with Mr. Baekgim admitting he was envious of Youngsook's date with Mr. Park.

Mr. Park and Youngsook enjoyed a samgyeopsal date, where Youngsook shared, "After my divorce, I went on a few blind dates, and everyone asked why I got divorced." Mr. Park mentioned that his family strongly supports his remarriage. They discussed plans for children and long-distance relationships, with Mr. Park asking if she would change jobs after marriage. Youngsook responded positively, saying she could relocate. After their date, she remarked, "Talking with Mr. Park was so much fun. I got drawn in unexpectedly," while Mr. Park noted, "I could consider long-distance with someone like her. She was adorable."

During a 3:1 date with Mr. Bae, 10th season's Jeongsook, 16th season's Youngja, and 22nd season's Youngsook engaged in subtle rivalry from the start. However, Youngsook naturally took the lead in conversation. She showcased her eating prowess, stating, "I usually eat four packs of ramen. I’ve always eaten well, so my dad would serve me extra food." She also boasted about her genetics, claiming, "Even if I eat a lot, I don’t gain weight after my 30s. I should have many kids, maybe six?"

As the 3:1 date concluded, Mr. Bae suggested moving to 1:1 conversations, starting with Youngja. He revealed, "I just found out today that you have a child," which caused Youngja to feel a bit deflated. During their quiet chat, she asked, "Did I get something on my hair?" Mr. Bae sweetly brushed it off, creating a heart-fluttering moment. Meanwhile, Jeongsook, waiting for her turn, confided in Youngsook, "I regret my choice. I should have picked Mr. Baek instead," but then added, "He’s not really my type," humorously questioning how much laser treatment Mr. Baek would need for his skin.

After her conversation with Mr. Bae, Youngja expressed her doubts in an interview, saying, "It felt like he had already made up his mind about Youngsook." When Mr. Bae and Youngsook discussed the possibility of a long-distance relationship, she stated, "I don’t have many restrictions," to which Mr. Bae humorously replied, "Except for North Korea, everything is possible." Youngsook revealed that Mr. Bae was her top pick due to his appealing image, and she expressed her growing fondness for him, stating, "He seems really great so far!" After their date, she praised him in an interview, saying, "He seems like someone I could get to know better. He’s a nice guy."

In her 1:1 chat with Mr. Bae, Jeongsook subtly probed, "I feel like I’ve sorted my feelings," to which he candidly replied, "You feel like an older sister to me." They wrapped up their conversation in just three minutes, ending their romantic prospects neatly. On their way back to the 'Divorced Guesthouse,' Mr. Bae and Youngsook fell into another animated discussion about various animations. When it started to rain upon their arrival, Mr. Bae kindly offered Youngsook his umbrella. However, in a twist during an interview, he admitted, "I felt more comfortable talking with Youngja, and I didn’t really connect with Youngsook. Jeongsook felt like a neighborhood sister." He also shocked viewers by stating, "My original pick was Youngsook, but after the date, it changed. Now it’s Youngja!" Unbeknownst to Youngja, who was busy chatting with other contestants, Mr. Bae felt anxious about her interactions. The episode's preview hinted at more drama, with Youngsook revealing, "Jeongsook said she was worried about Mr. Baek and that I should cook for him quickly," leading to a heartwarming moment as Mr. Baek placed his hand on Jeongsook's shoulder, raising anticipation for the next episode.