After Jung Gook's rising ratings, Hoo Ja makes an offer to Sang Jin. As Sang Jin isn't overwhelming the other candidates, he is reluctant but takes Hoo Ja's offer. In the process, Hoo Ja tells Jung Gook to announce his support for Sang Jin and to withdraw from the election.

Hoo Ja threatens to reveal his secret to Mi Young as Jung Gook refuses to drop out of the election. He wants to keep his promise to the people and be a useful person to the residents of Seowon. But as he wishes to save his marriage, he holds a press conference.