Romance Blossoms in 'When the Time Comes to Be Wise'

In the latest episode of tvN's weekend drama 'When the Time Comes to Be Wise' (언젠가는 슬기로울 전공의생활), aired on May 10, the long-awaited romance between Oh Yi-young (고윤정) and Koo Do-won (정준원) finally takes a turn as Koo reciprocates her feelings, leading to the birth of the 'Ogu' couple (Oh Yi-young + Koo Do-won). This pivotal moment has left viewers' hearts racing.

The episode achieved impressive ratings, recording an average of 7.1% and peaking at 8% in the Seoul metropolitan area, marking a new high for the series and securing the top spot across all channels during its time slot. Among the target demographic of viewers aged 20-49, the ratings were also strong, averaging 3.6% and peaking at 4.2% in the metropolitan area, further solidifying its success.

After a long internal struggle, Koo Do-won decides to confess his feelings to Oh Yi-young by inviting her to dinner. Excited about the prospect of dining alone with her crush, Oh Yi-young is filled with anticipation, while Koo prepares meticulously, making restaurant reservations and even writing a confession letter.

However, as the much-anticipated day arrives, Koo faces a series of unfortunate events that cast a shadow over their dinner plans. A delivery accident ruins the bouquet he ordered, and a mix-up leads to the cancellation of their restaurant reservation.

Meanwhile, Oh Yi-young is dealing with her own challenges as she visits the hospital for a new program shoot, where she encounters the ambitious fellow, Myung Eun-won (김혜인), who is causing her frustration with her behavior in front of the cameras. Oh Yi-young sighs at the thought of having to cancel their dinner due to Koo's unfortunate circumstances.

Later, while returning home, Oh Yi-young runs into Koo at a playground and expresses her disappointment about the canceled plans. Noticing her dejected demeanor, Koo decides to forgo his original plan and candidly confesses, "I like you, Oh Yi-young." In response, Oh Yi-young playfully states, "I’ve confessed many times, so you know, right?" and they share a heartfelt hug and kiss, igniting a spark between them that thrilled viewers.

In another subplot, the unexpected connection between first-year residents Eom Jae-il (강유석) and Kim Sa-bi (한예지) is revealed, surprising everyone. While trying to unwind at a karaoke bar, Eom Jae-il showcases his singing talent as a former idol, much to the delight of his colleagues. Kim Sa-bi, in particular, sheds her ordinary persona and reveals her hidden fan enthusiasm, captivating everyone with her performance.

The romantic duet between the former idol and his devoted fan leaves Oh Yi-young and Pyo Nam-gyeong (신시아) speechless, while the unexpected one-on-one fan meeting between Eom Jae-il and Kim Sa-bi brings smiles to their faces, enhancing the joy of the moment.

As 'When the Time Comes to Be Wise' continues, the residents navigate a complex web of love, friendship, and fandom, deepening their bonds. The evolving relationships filled with the ups and downs of life are sure to keep viewers engaged.

The next episode is set to air today, May 11, at 9:20 PM.