You summed up all of my feelings in your last paragraph @daebakgrits!! Squeeing, laughing, heart fluttering was aplenty this week for me - our OTP is so cute! As @hopefulromantic and I were discussing on the fan-wall, the fairytale tint this story has makes it ever so delightfully sparkly. I don't even care or mind that evil stepmum is just evil stepmum (though lowkey I wish she'd get less screen time) because that's just part and parcel with the whole fairytale dynamic. Tae-min though, I'm not sure how I feel about him. It's interesting the angle they've gone for him but something isn't sticking and I don't know if it's the writing or if I'm struggling to buy into Yoo Seon-ho's take on the character.

Yeon-woo is adapting really well all things considering and she hasn't lost her spirit (go girl!). I like that the writers didn't make her try to mask the fact that she's from Joseon, she's been telling anyone who'll listen from day dot that she's not from here, and I like that, even before he found out that she was telling the truth, Tae-ha was somewhat going along with her story/letting her be (I think the dinner scene was the perfect highlight of this, when Yeon-woo was like 'okay fine it's all a big lie' and Tae-ha is like 'I didn't say anything 🤷‍♀️).

I'm interested to find out next week whether he gained memories of his Joseon counterpart - idk if that's what was happening with that flashback scene, but he seemed like he'd realised something??? - and also for our boy to finally admit that his heart boom booms are because he's falling in loooove and not a medical condition lol.

Lee Jun-hyuk in cahoots with the bad ma'am... Now that's something I don't see every day in kdramaland. I'm loving it all the way.

Tae-ha still has a long way to go with his dismissive attitude.

But, the person stealing the show here is Sa-wol. If you thought Yeon-woo was a fast thinker, Sa-wol is on a whole comparative level. Making money off styling children's hair🤣🤣🤣. The intro scene between Sa-wol and Mr. Hong🤣🤣🤣🤣. The Story of Mr. Park's Marriage had better not let Mr. Hong and Sa-wol's screentime together suffer.

I find Yeon-Woo not really consistant as a character from the past except her way to speak. I don't understand how it was Tae-ha who thought to search about her parents and not her when Joseon is famous to keep records of everything. But Lee Se-Young is funny in this role.

I can't find Bae In-Hyuk cold, he's too cute for that. His adorable dimples never are far from showing :p

I like the tropes of fake wedding and them living together. They're cute.

I would prefer a story without Tae-Min. I really don't like his character and the actor doesn't really give him substance for now.

I hope the grandfather will live in this one!

Thank you for the recap DeabakGrits.
I really hope at the end of year beanie roundup we have the best dimples category because our main man here has the sweetest, bestest dimples ever. He is so cute when he smiles or tries not to smile, how could our FL not fall for him?
The leads certainly have great chemistry and portray their characters well. It seems like a walk in the park for Lee Se-young.
DeabakGrits mentioned giving the evil stepmother a 'pork cutlet slap' which I feel could also be another great category, there have been so many infuriating characters this year. The stepmother is the only part of the show I find boring as we have literally seen this actress play this role before and although she is a good at her job it feels like a paint by numbers section of the show.
Tae-min feels somewhat disjointed at this stage but maybe that's how the director wants the actor to portray the character so we don't really understand him yet. It just feels odd to the rest of the show.
So happy our Joseon ladies were reunited even if it felt somewhat underwhelming. I’m hoping we get more scenes with Sa Wol as her character is excellent.
Hwaiting show.

This drama is an absolute delight so far! The New Joseon hijinks are hilarious! Lee Se Young is great and Yeon Woo is such as adorable FL. Thoughts/impressions on this week:
- I loved that Yeon Woo was found to be resourceful with the painting, and that Tae-Ha is starting to believe her and... like her? I can't wait for him to realize that, lol. I can't wait for her to use her skills from Joseon to New Joseon (and with the reveal of Midam owner, I think we might head that way)
- I was a bit underwhelmed by Sa Wol and Yeon Woo reunion. Sa Wol seems to have adapted rather quickly and easily to the New Joseon compared to Yeon Woo. The scene in the park with the kids had me a bit confused on her timeline, but it was so funny!
- Secretary's fighting skills: daebak!
- I am confused by the family: who is CEO Min? I thought she was Tae-Ha's step-mother, but then it seemed that Tae-Ha had lost both his parents at the same time. Were his parents divorced? Is the brother the son of CEO Min only or do they share a parent? This was not very clear for me...
- I hope Tae-Ha is not going to die in the New Joseon
- I wonder what is going on with the well, and who is that person that pushed Yeon-Woo? is that the same person that was pursuing her through the woods? I am so curious and I don't have any theories.

Can't wait for next week! Thanks @daebakgrits for the recap!

I love the women - female lead and friend. They are so smart, resourceful and quick on their feet. The way Sa Wol grasped the situation and distracted everyone but did not come running to YW was such a level headed thing to do. I hope the show finds a way for Sa Wol to go stay with our leads so she can steer this romance ship in the right direction. And of course, these two together will be a force to deal with. They might even start a fashion business and success. I want that for them.

I do like the fish out of water situations but I am glad the show didn’t write their characters to take a 180 turn. They are still the same be it Joseon or modern.

The whole chaebol fight is boring. Tae Min is frustrating as a character and his acting is limiting too. Would be worse if they make him a 2ML which I bet it is coming given how he looked at YW when she wrapped a scarf around his hand.
The chaebol mother - how many more such characters does this actor have to do? I feel like this is the only role she plays in all dramas 😂

Yesss, I too was squeeing and cackling. This drama is so great and I am so happy with the Se wol reunion. What a fun time. Yeon Woo's friendship with the vacuum is Hilarious.

I do find interesting the running (pun intended) theme of Tae Min always searching for her. She runs away whether it is toward something or away from something and he always finds her. Hmmmm

Well I'm delighted!! I was talking on the fanwall with Beanies about how there's nothing super "new" about the ingredients in this drama, but it still feels charmingly fresh and fun!! It does remind me of Queen In-Hyun's Man, which was very "meh" for me, but this is much more fun. Bae In-hyuk is ADORABLE and I love his little facial expressions as he reacts to our dynamo FL. Not gonna lie, that kiss was a welcome surprise, and I loved how Tae-ha was all shook up. How long before he's a hunk of burning love? It looks like he already can't help falling in love. Right now, the stepbrother ain't nothin' but a hound dog, the one jarring note in what is otherwise, for me, a cohesive whole. The humor really really works for me and I laugh throughout. The reveal of the man in black made me go "WHAT" out loud, but I should have known. Is this the year of cool secretaries? He is a martial arts master, loves romance novels, and has a sense of humor 😄 I've continued to be pleased that Tae-ha is starting to warm up, but he's never been as rude, cold, or cruel as I worried he might be. He's mostly trying to hide behind a stuffed shirt persona 😂 Lee Se-young continues to be awesome, and I want her to join forces with her present day/past mom and have a joint hanbok empire!!!!!

@daebakgrits, thanks for the recap !
I like it so far. The chaebol makjang evil mom Tae-min portion is a bit iffy , but the comedy works well.
I hope the comedy wins out over the makjang over the course of the show !!

*Some similar scenes pop up , another ML being teased by the doctor about his heart condition due to love sickness 😂 (Matchmaker too)
Fake painting figures into story (Perfect Marriage Revenge) 🔍
I’ll tune in next week.

Am I the only one who was surprised to see Sa-wol working in grandpa's house? I mean... one day she is in a hospital, and the next she is there working as if she had been there for months 🤔
I guess we will know about her 2023 adventure later.

I'm having a good time with this drama. I think the main reason are our two leads, which have incredible chemistry together, but I also like Mr. Secretary, So-wol and grandpa.
(The annoying step-brother... I don't get this character's reason to be in the story, and I the acting is quite bad, at least so far).

I love the women in this drama--especially the absurdity of Yeon-woo and Sa-wol adapting to the 21st century with aplomb, with Sa-wol immediately understanding how to make money in a service economy because she had been a maidservant, and Yeon-woo immediately grasping the corporate succession fight because it was exactly like Joseon court politics. Also, I'm one of those who can't help liking Hye-sook as the scheming antagonist, partly because Jin-Kyung is one of those beautiful 50 something year olds which, I'm sorry, tend to draw my admiring gaze.

Which brings me to what I don't like: Tae-Ha, both in his current and even in his nicer Joseon version. I realize the show is making him a stereotypical arrogant Chaebol male lead on purpose, as a joke, but there are two things that drive me crazy about these characters. Not only are they initially not just cold and arrogant, they are also totally ill-mannered, in a way that shows them poorly educated in social skills. Now, I don't know many real life men from chaebol families myself, but you kind of figure that when one of them encounters a stunningly attractive woman, a little courtesy might emerge just from, say, physical attraction. Especially when that attractive woman is doing you all sorts of favors, is clearly extremely bright, and pretty charming. Even though you might think her delusional, you would treat her with a lot more sympathy than the modern Tae-ha is doing here.

But that brings the second stereotypical thing, which also includes the Joseon Tae Ha--making the ML a person who totally denies himself any sort of sexual desire--in fact, in this case, actually makes him afraid of any sort of physical intimacy to the point that he cowers in a Joseon doorway, or headbutts the woman while she's lying on him on the modern floor to get out of it.

I know that sexual timidity, as well as covering himself up and shrieking like a 10 year old when a woman sees him with his shirt off, which is another common male character trope, are designed to appeal to women viewers. And I know in this one, he's supposed to be one of those stereotype kdrama males. But I can't help myself- every time I see this type of character as a male viewer I think these ill-mannered, self-centered, not-normally sexed men who are fearful of women seeing them with their shirts off should not be allowed the love of an intelligent, beautiful and charming female lead!

I loveeeee the leads! They are so cute and funny together. Their chemistry is great! I love the many moments that show Tae Ha is attracted to Yeon Woo. Yeon Woo also has her moments. She cracked me up with her meditation whenever her thoughts turned dirty~

Tae Ha may be cold and aloof, but he is not cruel. I also like that he acknowledged her and appreciated her help. It's lovely that he already cracked a smile and lowering his guard with her.

Got a soft spot for Yoo Seon Ho so I'm hoping his character improves. Tae Min is not a straight villain like his mother. I like that he can be unpredictable and he does not cower in front of his mother AND his grandfather. He can throw a wrench in Hye Sook's plans anytime.

His styling is the typical look of a rebellious chaebol - dyed hair and flashy, bright clothes. I wish some of his outfits fit better. Wasn't a fan of the green, oversized top. I did like the bold violet long coat! Rich, beautiful color and he looked extra tall and handsome in it.

I'm slightly dreading a love triangle though. I'm completely firm on OTP's side so there's no way I can support Tae Min.

Sa Wol looked so cute and sassy in her braids! I'm not crazy about her demure look and her bangs. I think she was just being cautious when she met up with Yeon Woo. Tae Min almost eavesdropped on them. It was so smart of her to latch onto a familiar person and then wait for the likely reunion with Yeon Woo.

Good to see Grandpa has a hidden, cunning side. He seems wary of Hye Sook.

The two secretaries being badass and fighting each other was a cool surprise!!

The pacing is real good atm. The suspense in the final scene had me on edge. That cliffhanger kills me!

Thanks a lot @DaebakGrits for this recap as fun as the drama. It made me laugh again as I want to queue to kimchi-slap Jin Kyung.

I was pondering if "robot chingu" will make it to my trope-list (roomba in Are you humain, bigger model in Blood and Where Stars Land... one more drama and it's valid) so I did not feel the loneliness of her situation.

I could do with less Tae Min (and his mother !). I fear that the hand bandage was a first stone in a triangle set-up. Please show, do not go this way. Or is that a Tae Min thing to want the woman of his brother ? (Chicago Typewriter's Tae Min started annoying as this one, but became a good villain later).

What I love about the show is that the writer and director doesn't take the audience for a fool. I read the webtoon and can say that the show has taken a creative narrative in unraveling the fate aspect. The webtoon focuses more on their relationship. It's refreshing to watch a show that I think is one thing and it turns out to be different in a good way. Love the way the show set up the two main characters in the first episode and like Yeon Woo, I am trying to figure out why she was sent to the present. Are Yeon Woo and Tae Ha time travelers or are they reincarnations of multiple past lives? Did grandfather meet Yeon Woo before? Did Yeon Woo's family fall into misfortune after she disappeared because grandfather has her items in the present time? So many questions. The musical score adds to an already intriguing set up. I've laughed, shed tears and felt dread at all the times I think as an audience we were supposed to.
Side note: It is custom in Asian culture to hold memorials for loved ones regardless of when someone passes.

Two terrible Tae-min's on air simultaneously!

Sa-wol and Yeon-woo reunion!! I feel a lot better now that Yeon-woo has the quick-witted Sa-wol by her side. I wanted more Sa-wol and Yeon-woo time.

This is a drama that I would label as very charming. Stepping back, I think the story is going well and there isn't anything that stands out as amazing or innovative or clever. It's not even the funniest. BUT I am just so charmed, and I think that is mostly owed to Lee Se-young and Joo Hyun-Young (as Sa-wol). They are cute and spirited. And Tae-ha's secretary sparkles too and full of impressive skills, perfect for Sa-wol, though I"m not sure how the romance across timelines will work. Will we see a Joseon version of him?

My heart is still stuck on Joseon Tae-ha.

I love the reveal of Yeon-woo's mom being a sought-after hanbok-designer in modern times. Kim Yeo-jin looks amazing in that hanbok.

I have to admit I'm enjoying the show due to Yeon-woo's unpredictable energy. She's so chaotic and hilarious and its really carrying the show (lost my mind when she suddenly headbutted him in Ep2)
As of now, I'm struggling to buy Bae In-hyuk's performance but I love how he's struggling to deal with Yeon-woo's antics, mans is being put through the wringer and Im here for it.

Aside from that, I have to confess that Tae-ha's brother is lowkey growing on me. I'm enjoying his stupid dynamic with Yeon-woo and how she also puts him through the wringer like you GO girl. I'm looking forward to more of their chaotic scenes together too.

I love all the interactions between Yeon Woo and Tae Ha. When drunk Yeon Woo kissed Tae Ha and forgetting about it while TH kept it up all night must be the top of my list. Tae Ha is smitten and he definitely should smile more. Android Tae Ha must become more human!
I like Yeon Woo. She is smart, resourceful and empathetic towards troubled Tae Ha. She is the best person to help him at this time.
I was worried for a moment when Sa Wol was so cool headed when she saw Yeon Woo for the first time. I thought they will introduce amnesia, I am glad they did not.
I can't read Tae Min but I do not want him to be a villain. I just see him as someone seeking attention from his grandfather, brother and mother.

I love this drama! Agree with @daebakgrits, this is equal parts lol and squee.
I especially love Sa Wol (this girl is making a career of playing the most bad-ass wingman bestie characters).
Who is this green eyed mysterious lady, and was that a virtuous woman gate for Yeon Woo? Looking forward...

The only drama that I have seen Bae In Hyuk in was Why Her (and I dropped it pretty early- sorry Seo Hyun Jin).

I have to say that the sound of his voice and speaking delivery really, really remind me of Kim Dong Wook.

1) the sismance between Yeon-Woo and Sa Wol ROCKS!

Moral of the story: in any time travel or parallel universe, never leave home without your BFF/partner in crime

Second another Beanie's observation that they should team up with their New Joseon's counterpart and form a coalition lol

2) TBH, this is more reminiscent of "Rooftop Prince" than "Queen In-Hyun's Man" -- especially in the (initially hidden) impetus for why they even time-travelled to the present / to that exact rooftop / exact FL's home.
Taking reference off "Rooftop" -- my guess is the clues to the "death" of Joseon Tae-Ha can only be found/extrapolated in present day New Joseon, hence the time-travel.

So her being thrown into the well was no accident. and husband's early death (in spite of his fatal ticking time bomb condition) is premeditated murder in all likelihood. Her mission is to solve the mystery - once mission completed, she gets teleported back.

3) Tae-min: agree with everyone (I love the descriptor "I think I will cross the street", with an addendum: "at the worst possible timing when it goes from amber to red, at peak traffic). His energy is undoubtedly chaotic, manic, and wild card, I can't tell which way he will swing. But characters who can turn at the drop of a hat are also v exciting in a frantic plot like this

EXCEPT this: sorry don't pelt me with pebbles, *but* I think he will turn into a SML (he was making moony eyes at YW when she bandages his palm out of the kindness of her heart)

4) Grandpa -- Burning million dollar question: is he a time-traveler
too? (he has her portrait)
If not, at least they has been tasked from generation to generation to wait for the "person" to show up. and when she does - these are the signs to look for (her equivalent of the Cinderella signet of legitimacy - shoe; her case - norigae & pocket watch)

In Old Joseon - her own grandfather gave her the pocket watch and she marveled: it never stops running!

5) The romance is fun, but I am waaaay more vested and expectant of the theme of female empowerment and how she can finally unleash her sartorial and entrepreneurial talents in New Joseon! GIRL POWER FTW!

"You will lose something big, but you will gain what you desire"
-- I. can't. wait.

Really enjoying this show so far! I have been wondering if Tae-ha was actually poisoned when he died in episode 1 as it's a bit strange to start vomiting up blood if you're dying of a heart attack I would think. Perhaps he was poisoned by the evil stepmother who was then trying to frame her new daughter-in-law?

This drama is going so fun!!

OMG this is the only show so far I have never fast forward. In fact, I rewinded many parts to rewatch 😱

I know @daebakgrits doesn't like the characterisation of Tae-Min but I enjoy his budding friendship with Mourning Dress very much. And I'm glad you are the one covering this drama!!

I guess I can straddle between this and my current cdrama, I finally have some downtime to start bingeing on shows 🤣

No spoilers but I keep squealing "NOOOOOOOOOOOO" when it's the last episode available and I have to wait for another week 😭

@daebakgrits Wish the corporate politics was half as hilarious as your recaps. Thanks!