A former rape victim who becomes Cheon's wife. Initially appears as an ally to Ryoo, she testifies against Cheon and provides crucial evidence. Ultimately revealed as the mastermind who poisoned Ryoo's father to trigger the investigation that defeats Cheon, she later assumes leadership of the town.
Madam Hong is an organizer within the illegal Go circles that Gwi-soo enters while searching for answers and opponents. She arranges matches between skilled players and collects commissions, connecting the world of competitive Go with the gamblers and hustlers who exploit vulnerable newcomers. Her role places Gwi-soo deeper inside the dangerous underground network.
Yoo-lim is a recently divorced mother who lives with her only daughter, Eun-ah. After Eun-ah is sexually assaulted, threatened, and driven to suicide, Yoo-lim seeks justice when the attackers receive little punishment. Her grief turns into violent revenge, ending when Detective Oh shoots her as she attempts to kill the surviving assailant.
A music teacher and baseball manager who works with the team Kim Sang-nam is sent to coach. As Kim spends time training the deaf and hard-of-hearing players, he forms a bond with her. Their work together takes place amid difficulties communicating with the players and the challenges of preparing the team for the nationals.
Dong-ju's sister-in-law pressures him to register with a dating agency because she wants him to leave the household. Her insistence prompts him to join the agency, where he meets Oh Song-kyung, setting in motion the encounter that leads to their relationship.
A mysterious socialite also known as Bae Jeong-ja, Sadako is a Korean-Japanese collaborator who belongs to the dangerous circle around Tanya and Ilyich. She orchestrates the plot to assassinate Emperor Gojong, making her a central threat to the king and to Tanya, whose work as his barista gives her an intimate connection to him.
Yu Seon has 31 screen credits in a career dating back to 1999. Their work is anchored in the The Divine Move Collection universe with 1 titles. Signature works include Home A Loan, My First Client, Criminal Minds. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
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