Secret Relationships Episode by Episode Review

Secret Relationships is a Korean BL series that follows Jung Da On, a soft-hearted office worker caught between an old crush, a messy past, and a new connection he didn’t see coming. With love triangles, emotional moments, and unexpected chemistry, this drama serves tension with plenty of angst.

Here’s my ongoing review and reaction to each episode.

Episode 1 Recap: Slow Start, Strong Emotions, and the Beginning of a Soft Ship

Spoiler Alert! Episode 1 sets the stage slowly, but trust me—it ends with a feeling punch you didn’t see coming.

The Cast? Visuals: 10/10

We kick off with a slow-paced intro, which makes sense. It’s Episode 1—we need time to meet the main players. And let me just say: the cast ATE. Everyone is serving looks. From the leads to the side characters, the visuals are on point. I’m already obsessed.

Jung Da On and the Curse of Bad Timing

Right away, we start to get a feel for Jung Da On. I’m loving his emotional depth already.

He’s been carrying a serious crush on his friend Sin Jae Min, and it shows. He even tries to confess in this episode… but the universe is just not on his side.

First, his dad calls. Then his sister tells him their estranged father wants Da On’s address. Talk about a buzzkill. 😩

As if that wasn’t enough, Jae Min casually drops the news that his ex-boyfriend, Kim Su Hyeon, is coming back to Korea.

When Da On Meets Ju Seong Hyeon (and It’s… Awkward)

We also get our first glimpse of Ju Seong Hyeon, who swoops in to help Da On during an almost street accident.

But it doesn’t go well.

Da On’s watch breaks in the process, and he responds with cold indifference. Harsh? Yes. But it sets up their dynamic beautifully.

Later, fate does its thing and throws them into the same workplace. Seong Hyeon and Da On realize they’ll be working on the Strategic Planning Team together. And of course, things are tense.

From Coffee Meetings to Flustered Tie Moments

They meet at a café to clear the air and figure out how to work together. What starts as a formal catch-up ends with a low-key adorable moment:

Da On helps Seong Hyeon fix his tie.
Seong Hyeon gets flustered.
Then excuses himself immediately. 👀

Okay but… was anyone else screaming internally? Because I felt the shift.

The Window Scene That Broke My Heart

Right after that moment, Da On spots Jae Min and Su Hyeon walking outside the café window. Together.

The disappointment on Da On’s face? That single look held so much heartbreak.

My heart? Shattered.

Final Thoughts

The first episode might’ve taken its time, but it laid the emotional groundwork so well.

We’ve got:

• A beautiful cast
• A main character you immediately want to protect
• A love triangle brewing
• And the hint of a soft ship between Da On and Seong Hyeon

💬 Did Episode 1 hook you too?

Let’s talk in the comments—I’m dying to hear your thoughts (and who you’re shipping 👀).

Episode 2 Recap: Emotional Damage, Nosebleeds, and Soft Ships

Warning: Spoilers ahead! If you haven’t watched Episode 2 yet, go do that first and come back—I’ve got thoughts 😭

The Nosebleed, the Hankie, and the Heartbreak

We open right where we left off. Da On sees Jae Min and Su Hyeon together, and boom—literal nosebleed. Emotional damage, anyone?

But soft boy Seong Hyeon is right there with a handkerchief. A small moment, but it melted me.

Da On tries to call Jae Min afterward, but guess what? Jae Min lies about his whereabouts. Then Da On watches from behind a glass wall as his crush walks away with someone else. That shot? Devastating.

Su Hyeon’s Jealousy and Da On’s Lonely Silence

At the café, Su Hyeon’s all salty because the girls are fawning over Jae Min. Bro… you’re not even dating anymore.

He admits he’s been trying to contact Da On, but Da On’s been ignoring him. As he should.

Meanwhile, Da On sits at home later, debating whether or not to text Jae Min. He doesn’t send it. Just closes his phone and tries to sleep. That quiet pain? So real.

Seong Hyeon’s Tie Moment (And Da On’s Emotional Fog)

The next morning, Seong Hyeon wakes up thinking about Da On helping with his tie. He actually tries to recreate it. 🥺

He meets Da On, proudly showing him the tie… but Da On is too distracted, lost in his feelings. Poor Seong Hyeon! He just wants his moment.

Phone Calls, Boundaries, and Family Drama

Da On takes a call from Su Hyeon. It gets heated. Da On tells him not to contact him or Jae Min anymore. FINALLY. Boundaries!

Then we switch to Su Hyeon’s home, where his mom’s on a phone call pushing him toward a blind date, and his relationship with his niece is the only warm part of that household.

But the most shocking moment?

Da On’s dad shows up at work—causing a scene in the lobby.

He begs for money. In front of everyone. It was awful to watch. And then coworkers start gossiping, calling Da On unfilial. Like… no. Y’all don’t know the trauma.

Da On finally stands up for himself and throws his dad out. It was messy, but it showed Da On’s strength.

Seong Hyeon Keeps Showing Up (And It’s Adorable)

After the incident, Da On finds medicine on his desk—Seong Hyeon bought it for him. He also defends him from gossip, and they share a sweet breakroom moment.

Later, they bond over a horror movie discussion at dinner. Seong Hyeon admits he’s scared to watch alone and asks Da On to come with him later on. And then—Da On wipes food off his mouth.

And Seong Hyeon? He closes his eyes like he’s bracing for a kiss 😭😭😭

Dad Drama, Flashbacks, and a Heartbreaking Confession

Da On’s sister calls—his dad took money from Jae Min. So Da On goes to confront him and draws the line: no more giving his dad money.

They also talk about Su Hyeon’s behavior. We get a flashback of Su Hyeon punching Jae Min. Da On tells him not to date him again back, and Jae Min agrees.

Then comes the moment.

Da On stays over. The next morning, Jae Min makes breakfast for two.
Da On hugs him from behind and confesses.
And Jae Min? Says Da On “crossed a line.” Then walks out.

Crushed. Just crushed. 💔

Rain, Hospitals, and Protective Energy

Da On walks in the rain like he’s in a K-drama music video, totally checked out. Then Seong Hyeon finds him, covers him with an umbrella, and Da On FAINTS.

Hospital time. And of course, Seong Hyeon stays by his side. My soft ship is sailing.

The Final Blow: Su Hyeon Explodes

Back at the company lobby, Da On gets a mystery call and firmly tells the person to stop calling.

Seconds later, Su Hyeon storms in, grabs Da On’s wrist, and demands to know if he slept at Jae Min’s.

And in the background? Seong Hyeon, completely confused and looking like:

“What the hell is going on?”

Final Thoughts

This episode was an emotional rollercoaster. I laughed, I yelled, I almost cried.

We’re finally seeing more character depth—especially Da On. I’m loving how things are developing between him and Seong Hyeon. I’m definitely shipping them… please drama gods, don’t let me down 😭

Oh—and major shoutout to the cinematography. The visuals are stunning and the actors are really bringing the emotions to life.

💬 What did you think of Episode 2?

Drop your thoughts in the comments—I’m here to obsess with you.