The episode wastes no time. Following the resignation bluff in Episode 3, Tae-moo’s grandfather catches on to the ruse. To test the legitimacy of the relationship, Grandpa Kang invites himself along on the couple's getaway. What was supposed to be a private escape turns into a high-stakes performance.
The episode's central conflict revolves around a fabricated milestone. To appease Tae-moo’s persistent grandfather, Chairman Kang Da-goo, the pair must celebrate a fake one-year anniversary of their relationship.
Tae-moo takes Ha-ri on a lavish fake anniversary date. business proposal ep 4
While the romance is heating up, the suspense regarding Ha-ri’s double life reaches a fever pitch.
| Character | Start of Episode | End of Episode | |-----------|----------------|----------------| | | Rational, controlling, sees contract as business. | Confused by his own feelings. Starts seeing Ha-ri , not Geum-hui. | | Shin Ha-ri | Wants money + exit strategy. | Guilt grows. She begins to care about Tae-mu as a person. | | Grandfather | Suspicious, testing. | Confirms deception. Moves from observer to active player. | | Young-seo | Supportive best friend. | Realizes the emotional stakes are getting real. | The episode wastes no time
: Episode 4 focuses heavily on their "fake anniversary." Ha-ri has to memorize the detailed "anniversary backstory" written in the contract to avoid being caught by the Chairman during their celebratory dinner. Where to Find Replicas If you are looking for a physical copy or a template of this "proposal" paper for a gift or cosplay, fans often create them on platforms like: Etsy
For a look at the most hilarious moments from the fake business deal in this episode: What was supposed to be a private escape
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Whether it’s the tense car rides or the awkward dinners with the grandfather, Ha-ri holds her ground. There is a palpable tension between the leads that oscillates between romantic frustration and genuine annoyance. Ahn Hyo-seop shines in this episode, slowly peeling back Tae-moo’s robotic exterior. We see flashes of a man who is unused to people saying "no" to him, yet is strangely intrigued when Ha-ri does exactly that.
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