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Actors IU and Byun Woo-seok spend their romantic first night together.
In the eighth episode of MBC's Friday-Saturday drama '21st Century Grand Duchess' (script by Yoo Ji-won, directed by Park Jun-hwa and Bae Hee-young), airing on the 1st, Seong Hee-ju (played by IU) and Prince Lee An (played by Byun Woo-seok), now a married couple, begin their sweet newlywed life.
After overcoming numerous obstacles, Seong Hee-ju and Prince Lee An finally tie the knot before the eyes of the entire nation. While preparing for their wedding ceremony, the two exuded a flirtatious atmosphere like lovers who had just started dating. Now officially married, they are set to move forward unreservedly toward each other, reaching the pinnacle of their romance.
Amid this, the released photo captures the first night of 'Daegun-ppie', sending viewers' heartbeats soaring. With hair damply wet, the two exchanged mesmerizing gazes at each other before eventually lying side by side under the same blanket. Unlike the calm Prince Lee An, Seong Hee-ju appears to find the situation awkward, gripping the blanket tightly and showing signs of nervousness.
However, just as if nothing had happened, they embrace each other tightly and kiss, adding to the excitement. This affectionate atmosphere, quite different from their earlier playful squabbles over the blanket when they had just met, hints at the deepening feelings between the two. As a result, the honey-sweet newlywed life of Seong Hee-ju and Prince Lee An, which makes the term "contract marriage" seem meaningless, is eagerly anticipated.
The production team of '21st Century Grand Duchess' stated, "Until now, Prince Lee An was the one approaching Seong Hee-ju first, but this time, Seong Hee-ju will also express her feelings toward Prince Lee An, pushing the romance of the 'complete' couple to its peak." They added, "Please look forward to the romantic night of Seong Hee-ju and Prince Lee An, which will make viewers' hearts feel tender and warm."
Meanwhile, '21st Century Grand Duchess' airs every Friday and Saturday at 9:50 p.m.
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