Lovely Runner Episode 12 Recap:
Episode 12 of "Lovely Runner" begins with Sun-jae and Im Sol heading home after the concert, both overjoyed by recent events. Im Sol is relieved that the police have arrested Young-soo, and Sun-jae is thrilled to have auditioned in front of CEO Kim Seok-hyun. Everything seems perfect, but they are unaware that Young-soo has escaped. When they find out, their happiness is shattered, and Sun-jae worries for Im Sol's safety. Meanwhile, Tae-sung rushes to the hospital to see his father, who has been injured but will recover.
The next day, Im Sol meets with Tae-sung’s dad at the location where they found Young-soo. They discuss a plan to lure Young-soo out. Concerned for her safety, the detective suggests witness protection, but Im Sol hesitates, wanting to resolve the situation quickly. Sun-jae overhears and is determined to protect her, asking her to keep her protection items close. He also sweeps her house for safety and promises to secure her windows.
Elsewhere, Hyun-joo and Im Geum’s budding romance becomes apparent to Im Sol and Sun-jae in a humorous way. Im Sol is annoyed with her brother and disappointed in her friend. She confides in Sun-jae that no matter how hard she tries, Hyun-joo and Im Geum end up together in every timeline. Sun-jae suggests they might be meant to be, encouraging Im Sol to be more supportive.
As days pass, Sun-jae becomes more worried about Im Sol and their friend In-hyuk, who has gone missing. They visit In-hyuk’s house and find Tae-sung, who explains that In-hyuk has returned to his village, embarrassed after his voice cracked during a singing competition. Concerned, they decide to visit him and convince him to return. Tae-sung offers to drive them in his new car.With Sun-jae gone, Gyeon-deok is left alone and accidentally locks himself in the bathroom while washing his hair. He breaks his arm trying to escape but is rescued by Bok-soon the next day.
At the village, the three friends find In-hyuk walking into the sea and fear he’s suicidal. In their rush to save him, Tae-sung’s car is swept away by the waves. In-hyuk clarifies he is just sad, not suicidal, and invites them to his house for a meal with his family, who warmly welcomes them. Meanwhile, Young-soo overhears Bok-soon talking to Im Sol and decides to follow the group to the seaside.
During their visit, Im Sol and Sun-jae flirt openly, annoying In-hyuk. They spend the day playing with a mischievous lamb and enjoying the ocean. Sun-jae promises to help In-hyuk with his music career. Im Sol is happy to fulfill her promise to visit the sea with Sun-jae before she leaves. Tae-sung confesses his feelings for Im Sol but wishes her happiness with Sun-jae.
At the beach, Im Sol realizes she lost her phone. Sun-jae accompanies her to find it, and she starts recalling strange memories. They eventually find the phone in the forest, but Im Sol trips and realizes her memories have changed, indicating her future has also changed. Sun-jae notices her acting strange and asks her to share her fears.
Returning to the house, they find Tae-sung, In-hyuk, and his dad have left for a fishing trip. Sun-jae and Im Sol stay back, flirting until Im Sol goes to bed. Sun-jae, afraid to sleep alone, makes ghost noises to scare Im Sol. When this fails, he joins her in her room, promising not to touch her. They draw a line of pillows between them and fall asleep.
During the night, Im Sol asks Sun-jae not to cry when she leaves, and he promises he won’t. As she watches him sleep, she crosses the pillow line, and they confess their love for each other, sharing a passionate night.
The next morning, Tae-sung’s car is retrieved from the ocean. The friends say goodbye to In-hyuk’s family and leave. At the bus stop, Im Sol pretends not to recognize where she is, gets off the train, and starts crying as it departs. Sun-jae also cries, despite his promise not to.
In a flashback, it’s revealed that Im Sol’s memory changes were a sign that her future had changed. In her new memories, Sun-jae still tries to save her. Im Sol believes this is the only way to protect both herself and Sun-jae from Young-soo. The episode ends with Young-soo arriving in town, determined to find Im Sol.
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Lovely Runner Episode 12 Review & Reflection:
Watching Episode 12 of "Lovely Runner" was an emotional rollercoaster for me. I was really happy to see Sun-jae and Im Sol so cheerful after the concert. It felt like they finally had a shot at happiness, especially with Young-soo arrested and Sun-jae getting his big audition. But when Young-soo escaped, my heart sank. The sudden shift from joy to fear was intense, and I couldn't help but feel worried for Im Sol.
Tae-sung rushing to the hospital to see his dad added another layer of tension. It was a relief to know his dad would be okay, but it showed just how dangerous the situation had become.
Im Sol’s meeting with Tae-sung’s dad to discuss their plan against Young-soo was nerve-wracking. Her hesitation about witness protection made sense; she just wants to solve everything quickly. I felt Sun-jae’s determination to protect her was both touching and heartbreaking. He’s doing everything he can, but the danger feels overwhelming.
The subplot with Hyun-joo and Im Geum’s romance was a nice break from the tension. It was funny and a bit of a relief to see something lighthearted. However, Im Sol's frustration with their relationship added a bittersweet twist. Sun-jae's suggestion that they might be meant to be was a comforting thought.
As the episode progressed, Sun-jae’s increasing worry for both Im Sol and In-hyuk was palpable. Their trip to find In-hyuk was both touching and tense. Seeing In-hyuk so down and Tae-sung’s car getting swept away was dramatic. It was a relief to learn In-hyuk wasn’t suicidal, just sad, and their meal with his family brought a brief sense of warmth and normalcy.
Im Sol losing her phone and the subsequent strange memories she experienced added another layer of mystery and concern. Sun-jae’s support during this was heartwarming, but the looming threat of Young-soo was always in the back of my mind.
Their playful flirting and eventual confession of love were sweet moments amidst the chaos. However, the morning scene at the bus stop was heartbreaking. Im Sol pretending not to recognize Sun-jae and both of them crying was incredibly sad.
The flashback revealing that her memory changes were signs of a changed future was a powerful moment. Im Sol’s belief that this was the only way to protect them both made her actions even more poignant. The episode ending with Young-soo arriving in town left me anxious for what’s next. Overall, this episode was an emotional blend of joy, fear, love, and sadness.
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