| Director | Jang Yang-ho |
| Writer | Park Yu-mi |
| Cast | Kim Myung-soo, Lee Yoo-young, Bae Jong-ok, Seonwoo Jae-deok, Park Eun-seo |
| Based On | Treat Me Carelessly by Sun Woo |
| Episodes | 16 |
| Genre | Romantic Comedy |
| Native Title | 함부로 대해줘 |
Popular entertainer Kim Myung-soo, professionally known as L, was last seen in 2023’s Numbers with Choi Jin-hyuk and in 2020’s Royal Secret Agent, with Kwon Na-ra and Lee Yi-kyung. Meanwhile, we last saw Lee Yoo-young in 2022’s Insider with Kang Ha-neul and Heo Sung-tae.
Dare to Love Me Episode 9 Preview
In the ninth episode, Yoon-bok begins to open up, showing more affection towards those he loves. He grows closer to Hong-do, making her heart race. His kind and loving gestures leave her confused as her feelings for him deepen. Yoon-bok, on the other hand, also has feelings for Hong-do, but he hasn’t yet realized that his emotions go beyond respect.
Hong-do will try to understand Yoon-bok’s feelings towards her, but the more she tries, the more she finds herself falling for him. Meanwhile, Camille continues her efforts in Seongsan village, initially struggling to win over the villagers with her open-minded approach. Slowly but surely, she finds a way to capture their attention and respect.
Jun-ho will go to great lengths to ensure Yi-bok’s safety. Although he is portrayed as a potential suspect, it’s clear there is another culprit, and Jun-ho’s role is designed to mislead the audience. Additionally, Yoon-ah and Hong-hak’s relationship blossoms as they collaborate on his webcomic, bringing them closer together.
Dare to Love Me Episode 8 Recap
Yoon-bok leaves the hospital, followed by Hong-do. They argue, with Yoon-bok accusing her of meddling in his life, and she questions how long he will keep his emotional barriers up. Frustrated, Yoon-bok walks away. Later, Yi-bok is informed by the doctor that her mother is nearing death and it’s time to say goodbye.
Reflecting on Hong-do’s words, Yoon-bok feels upset. The scene then shifts to Yoon-ah and Hong-hak, where Hong-hak asks her to be his muse, and she responds by sharing stories of real-life fights where she defeated large men, even showing him some stunts. Meanwhile, Camille arrives in Seongsan village, guided by Yeoju on where to get essentials. Wearing a modern outfit, she shocks the villagers and visits a tea house, requesting a cappuccino. When offered only authentic green tea, she tries to mix it with steamed milk, offending the tea maker who kicks her out.
Later, Yoon-bok visits his mother, Hye-won, while she rests. Believing she is unconscious, he vents his hurt, saying he won’t forgive her and plans to abandon her. Hye-won, who hears everything, sheds a tear. Shortly after, Hong-do receives a call from Yi-bok informing her of Hye-won’s passing.
Yoon-bok gets a text from the hospital about his mother’s death, feeling numb. Hong-do consoles Yi-bok. Yoon-bok receives a parcel from his mother through Yi-bok and takes it back to his apartment, opening it at midnight. Inside, he finds a collection of his childhood photos, a shirt, and a letter.
The letter reveals that Yoon-bok’s grandfather, Lord Shin, had expelled Hye-won from the village, blaming her for his son Sa-do’s death. Lord Shin demanded that Hye-won stay away from Yoon-bok, the village’s heir, fearing for his safety. Despite her pleas to see her son, Hye-won stayed away to protect him.
Angry, Yoon-bok confronts his grandfather, declaring he won’t marry Se-ryeong or become the heir, choosing to live freely instead. Hearing of Hye-won’s death, Lord Shin feels devastated. Jun-ho, learning of Hye-won’s passing from his mother Yeoju, visits the funeral. Seeing Lord Shin, he walks away, finding Yi-bok asleep in distress.
Lord Shin pays his respects, feeling guilty. Hong-do searches for Yoon-bok, eventually finding him disheartened in the rain. She offers him an umbrella, but Yoon-bok throws it down and hugs her from behind, startling her.