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I was initially annoyed when Season 2 introduced a new character in place of Kang I Na, but as time went on, I warmed to Cho Eun and eventually embraced her with open arms (I'm sorry to see this was the only role the actress Choi A Ra ever played; she was endearing as Cho Eun). Ryu Hwa Young as Kang I Na made some guest appearances which eased the transition and was a treat for the viewer. I was less accepting of the actress change for Yoo Eun Jae. It was jarring to have a new face for an old character, but I placated myself by acknowledging she was my least favorite girl in the house; it would have been far worse if Park Eun Bin had been substituted in her role as Song Ji Won. Still, it would have been a mercy for viewers if the actress had been given a new character to play, and Yoo Eun Jae had been eliminated completely from the show. That would have preserved the sweet nature of Yun Jong Yeol from season one, who was transformed into someone unrecognizable in season two. He deserved better.

I was still in my grumpy "begrudging the actress changes" phase for the initial episode, and I was certain everything I'd enjoyed about season one was being destroyed in season two. The first season had realistic humor, but the second season started slapstick silly with ridiculous driving and a happenstance serial killer. I was sure my rating was going to be significantly lower for the second season, but, as the plots progressed, the drama won me back, somewhat.

Park Eun Bin gave a compelling performance as Song Ji Won. Her interactions with Im Seon Min (played by Son Seung Won) were warm and natural—a delight to view.

Again, the OST was appropriate and fun.