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«Knock me out and wake me up on Monday at 8:50 p.m.» From the preview for Episode 9 of « Love in Disguise » («Love Undercover» in French), released by tvN, there are hundreds of comments like this one. It’s worth noting that Episode 8 ended with the series’ most anticipated plot twist: Yoon Yi-jun discovered that his secretary was a woman. And the wait until Monday seems endless.
Warning: Spoilers for Episode 8.
A statement, a denial, and then the truth
The latest episode was a roller coaster of emotions. Yoon Yi-jun (Yim Si-wan), who had eventually fallen in love with his secretary without caring about his gender, finally confessed his feelings to him. It must be said that Kang Jae-hee (Seol In-ah) looked exactly like the person she had always dreamed of: a knight on a white horse, willing to risk her life to protect him.
But Jae-hee rejected him. She couldn’t possibly accept it while staying by his side and lying to him. Then a car accident changed everything: after being taken to the hospital, her secret was exposed. Yi-jun now knows that she is a woman.
Hurt, but still in love
The preview for Episode 9 shows a deeply affected heir. Yi-jun, who is even seen in tears, feels betrayed by the person he trusted. Fans have pointed out a detail that makes the scene even more painful: that day coincides with the anniversary of his mother’s death, and he wears black throughout the entire episode.
However, the video hints at a surprising choice. To protect Jae-hee, Yi-jun might even go so far as to… consider marriage. It’s a plot twist that tvN is careful not to explain.
[Episodes 9–10 Special Preview] "What Are We, Exactly?" Si-hyun and Hye-jeong, caught in an ambiguous relationship that’s neither colleagues nor lovers, and Jae-hee, who wants to sincerely apologize to Lee-jun 😢 [Mon-Tue] 8:50 p.m. | tvN # Joy 20 tvN # My Guilty Human # LOVE IN DISGUISE https://t.co/zg2r3uYlgv
- tvN drama (@CJnDrama) November 12, 2026
Jae-hee's Last Secret
Because not everything has been revealed yet. Yi-jun knows her true gender, but he still doesn't know that she's a police officer who has gone undercover to investigate him in connection with the murder of Han Eun-young.
And that secret could come out soon. Yi-jun caught Jae-hee during a secret meeting with Inspector Kim Seok-jin, played by Nam Hae-jun, and is beginning to wonder about their relationship. One more revelation, and the entire investigation could fall apart.
Fans Who Want More
On YouTube and social media alike, everyone is eagerly awaiting the next episode. Many admit they’re looking forward to Monday for the first time in their lives. Others are already clamoring for more episodes, lamenting that the series has only twelve. Some have even started rewatching the first few episodes to pass the time, and part of the audience is finally hoping for a real kiss—free from accidents and misunderstandings.
Viewers also praise the performances of the two actors, particularly a scene in a church where Yim Si-wan lets his emotions pour out with disarming sincerity.
tvN is also keeping fans on the edge of their seats by sharing behind-the-scenes footage from the series' filming.
Only 4 episodes left
With Episode 9, «Love in Disguise» is entering its final stretch, with only four episodes left before the finale. Fans are also hoping that the series will make room for romance, so they don’t end up with a rushed ending.
Episode 9 of «Love in Disguise» will air on Monday, November 16, 2026, at 8:50 p.m. (Korean time)—which is 12:50 p.m. in France—on tvN, and will be available on Prime Video later that day.
Episode 9 Teaser: