Wooju confesses his feelings, but Meri hesitates. As he shares his past to prove his sincerity, a stormy night at Beauté Palace changes everything.

Wooju opens up about his past, and Meri begins to understand him better. They grow closer under the starlight and start to imagine a future together. Wooju gains warmth from Meri's family, while Meri resolves to face truths she has avoided. Yet ambition and obsession cast shadows over their future.

Meri's ex threatens to expose her secret, forcing her to protect Wooju. Meanwhile, Wooju senses trouble at work and plans a date to cheer her up.