Kathryn_51

And yet so many viewers believe this show is "nothing new to see here."

However, I am looking forward to the moment when he abandons his dorkiness because he can no longer ignore the rot beneath the surface in King land.

I'm not ashamed that I enjoy this show. I look forward to watching "King The Land" every single weekend. I feel kinda sorry for all of the MDL viewers who are compelled to apologize for watching. "I know it's cheesy, but. . . . " OR "I know the story is a silly rom-com but. . . ."

If you are enjoying it, no need to apologize for anything. You are in Very Good Company because "King The Land" is No. 2 on the Netflix Top 10 Global (Non-English). And it's not because it features Junho or Yoona (whoever they are??) . It's because this drama is amusing with likeable characters, a simmering inheritance battle, interesting sub-stories and supporting cast, beautiful cinematography and CGI.

There's nothing wrong with enjoying a classic tale. It's why "Pride and Prejudice (the forerunner of ALL rom-coms) remains a classic throughout the world.

Never heard of Junho or Yoona before this drama. This drama is #2 on Netflix Global 10 (non-English) which means that most viewers are from outside the Korean k-pop universe.

Thanks for info- I've been researching on internet, but don't have the patience to re-watch every minute of every episode.

IMy pet theory: JH abducted from hospital - "fake" mom registered him a month later. Very, very possible in Korea where the mom - and ONLY the mother - can register a birth.

This is now embedded in my mind and I can't give it up until we are told otherwise. Which is probable, but not definite.

Excellent post/comment.

“Oh what a tangled web we weave/When first we practice to deceive.” (Sir Walter Scott and yes, I had to look it up). From the beginning, YD and TK have deceived not only friends, but beloved family as well. And now we are at the Let The S**t Hit The Proverbial Fan episodes. It was inevitable that their lies and deception would catch up with them – especially when we are dealing with a 50 episode drama.

"And ye shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free" [John 8:32, King James Version]. TK/YD – set yourselves free! Get your marriage registered stat 😀Tell the truth and accept the consequences of your prior lies. 😀Otherwise - stay miserable, living in fear and guilt-ridden. 😥😥

Well, that was the point I was trying to make, but I guess I wasn't very clear. If they go so far as to test both, I'm thinking the results will be "inconclusive". 😀

I'm a mother of fraternal twins (boy/girl) and like any other full siblings, their DNA is closer to a full sibling than any other person in the world =- including cousins, etc.

But I'll throw out a different curve ball- I don't think it will be DNA tests after the baby is born - just too unimaginative. I think something will happen to baby in utero and bio dad's blood/plasma/whatever will be needed to support. I've been researching on that one (in utero transfusion) as well. If that happens, then JH's redemption arc either begins or ends, depending on what he does. 😀

I've been thinking that if they go this far, the tests would be "inconclusive" or "too close to call".

You should start preparing for the inevitable. I told you a couple of weeks ago that I could envision a TK happy birthday with entire family and JH all alone. 😊

I missed the June birthday date - adding it to my list of clues.

I've been saying this for two weeks - there is ZERO doubt in my mind that they are fraternal twins,. I've been compiling a list of all the clues and maybe it's time to post something.

However, w/r/t to adoption, In Ok once said that she gave birth to GTK. I don't recall the exact words (something like "I was willing to die to give you life and live for you"), so he's not adopted.

JH once said "I swear on my dead mother's grave".

My pet theory: In Ok was pregnant with twins. She was in a bad car accident with the father (unsure if married or not - but I say she WAS married - this is my theory, lol) Father died. In Ok gave birth to twins but was told that one died. In reality JH was abducted from the hospital.

haha, I'm just now watching ep 30 (released earlier than usual today) and paused video to come back and tell you that according to SJ, In Ok DOES know - that's why she insisted on YD moving into the annex. I sure don't remember that, but. . .??? Maybe I misunderstood what she was saying to JH.

Regarding TK's age. I'm going to put this in all caps:HE IS THE SAME AGE (34 YEARS) AS JOON-HA. They. Are. Fraternal. Twins. Zero. Doubt. In. My. Mind. - until something new comes along to burst the bubble, lol. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

And I almost posted something earlier for you that I saw on twitter but I must get back to Ep. 30 because Se Jin's mom just showed up and I can't wait to see that scene.

Thanks BT for clarification. I didn't realize marie's post was a spoiler for todays show (naughty, naughty marie)., Well, I have my own pet theory as you know. New question: does In Ok know about YD's loss of 2nd fetus/"twin"?? I still believe that fact will have more far-reaching impact/relevance than simply sisterhood hugs w/SJ.

When did In Ok tell GTK that his father died before he was born? I must have missed that. (It wouldn't be the first time in this multi-character drama).

Your thought would also mean that Chairman cheated on his first wife - I don't see the drama going in that direction, but who knows.

Thanks for clarification. I guess the question now is whether it will be known by everyone or kept a closely held secret.

I won't be able to watch until very late tonight. I thought one of the "spoilers" was TK/YD confessing that TK wasn't the bio dad, but I don't see anything below (or above) about that. I always thought it was too early for the truth to come out but others (can't recall who) were convinced it was going to happen this weekend. So, did it happen as predicted?

If she is actually PG, I don't think SJ realizes it. She seemed surprised that she was so hungry late at night. She might be one of those women with very irregular cycles (I know several women like that) and assumed that "stress" (all her own fault, of course) was to blame.

Correct! As I said - it was a twist that I expected long ago, but finally gave it up. At this point, under Korean law, SJ is presumably past the date to get a legal abortion (14 weeks) so actually, for the most dramatic impact, it makes sense that the writers kept Se Jin - and the viewers - in the dark until now.

Of course, it might be a big nothingburger. However, at its heart, this is a drama about romantic entanglements, babies (starting with SG) and the impact on the people in their orbit.

, , , the big hint that SJ is pregnant.

I expected this weeks (months??) ago but finally gave up on the idea as YD and JM began to wear loose fitting clothes and no hints re: SJ.

For those of you who hate SJ and FF her scenes, you missed. . . .

The 2nd story in this drama is the "inheritance battle" (although not central yet), so I expect a "I can't be with him because HE will get hurt" somewhere along the line. I would rather have that then the unknown childhood connection/makjang-at-the-last-moment plot.

Although relatively new to k-drama, I've watched my fair share of rom-coms and I'm trying to remember if there has ever been as scene w/a ML chaebol (WWWSK or Business Proposal) or chaebol-lite (Her Private Life; 1% of anything)) like the final cliffhanger in today's episode. Can't recall one.