'Shinbyeong 4': Han Ga-in Appears in a 'Record-Breaking Ending'.. Ratings Jump to 4.4% [Comprehensive]

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Actress Han Ga-in made a surprise appearance at the end of 'Shinbyeong 4: Sabotage,' raising expectations.

According to ratings survey company Nielsen Korea on the 9th, the sixth episode of ENA's Monday-Tuesday drama 'Shinbyeong 4: Sabotage' (directed by Min Jin-gi and Jo Je-wook, written by Yoon Gi-young and Kim Dan, planned by KT Studio Genie, produced by Story Island) achieved its highest-ever ratings for a pay household audience with a national average of 4.4% and a peak per-minute rating of 4.9%, maintaining its position as the top-rated Monday-Tuesday drama and in its time slot.

On this episode, a heartwarming reconciliation between Park Min-seok (played by Kim Min-ho) and Kim Hyun-wook (played by Lee Won-jeong) moved viewers emotionally. Meanwhile, the three dormitories that went out for an overnight stay faced an unexpected crisis, and Battalion Commander Byun Hyuk-jin (played by Lee Hyun-gyun), who drew his sword to protect the soldiers, delivered a thrilling sense of catharsis.

What changed Kim Hyun-wook's mind was Park Min-seok's sincerity. Following orders from Platoon Leader Park Jae-soo (played by Oh Yong), Kim Hyun-wook had been collecting the 'Sodagi' (My Precious Military Diary) of fellow soldiers and accidentally came across Park Min-seok's diary. It contained heartfelt expressions of gratitude and longing for him since their days at basic training camp. Especially after learning how much Park Min-seok truly missed him upon their reunion, Kim Hyun-wook finally realized that his past misunderstandings and resentment toward Park were foolish.

It was Jo Baek-ho (played by Oh Dae-hwan) who calmed Kim Hyun-wook's wavering heart. Earlier at the bathhouse, Jo had emphasized camaraderie by saying, "Even when tough times come, don't try to endure them alone." On this day as well during their meeting, he remained a steadfast support system. In front of such unwavering belief, Kim Hyun-wook finally broke down in tears, pouring out long-held sorrows and guilt toward Park Min-seok that he had never shared with anyone else.

Adding to the emotional impact was a secret message left by Park Min-seok after visiting Jo Baek-ho behind the scenes: "No matter what mistake Hyun-wook makes, please take responsibility for it." For the first time, Jo Baek-ho understood the burdens Park had shouldered alone beneath the heavy title of 'son of the regiment commander,' which was often seen as a symbol of envy and privilege. Moved by Jo's comfort, Park Min-seok finally shed tears he had held back for so long. Thanks to Jo's warm mediation, the two finally found the courage to face each other's true wounds.

Their reconciliation plan, dubbed the 'Kim Hyun-wook Reconciliation Operation,' also succeeded. Park Min-seok's clumsy script, which involved forming a so-called 'Kim Hyun-wook Reconciliation Squad,' was repeatedly seen through by the perceptive Kim Hyun-wook and didn't go as planned. But finally, the two stood alone in the laundry drying area. As Park fidgeted nervously, Kim Hyun-wook calmly opened up about his hidden feelings, untangling their complicated knot. Though awkward, their heartfelt reconciliation ended with a shared bowl of warm ramen that melted their hearts and left a deep impression.

Meanwhile, like boys on a school trip, the three dormitories set out for an overnight stay filled with excitement, creating unforgettable memories of youth. In particular, 'National Star' Jeon Se-hye (played by Kim Dong-jun), who was conscious of the overwhelming attention he received, experienced an unexpected humiliation in public recognition while walking down the street—a moment of overconfidence that sparked laughter. However, their simple happiness was shattered when they got into a conflict with a group of delinquent teenagers. Kang Chan-seok (played by Lee Jung-hyun), worried about his juniors getting hurt, tried to de-escalate the situation by bowing his head and even offering settlement money. But the students went too far by tearing up the group photo that held the dormitories' precious memories, escalating into a full-scale assault. What began as a joyful first group outing quickly turned into a painful incident, deepening the sense of regret.

Even more absurd than the bloodied injuries of the soldiers was the situation that followed. The police forcibly labeled the incident as 'mutual assault,' and the regiment commander openly pressured them to quietly cover it up. To make matters worse, the president of the local business association even visited the unit, attempting to smooth over the incident with a cheap dinner.

However, Byun Hyuk-jin never turned a blind eye to the injustice suffered by his soldiers, who had been beaten like punching bags simply because they wore military uniforms. He took a bold step by imposing a complete ban on all overnight stays and outings for former battalion members—a 'boycott of local businesses'—and launched a firm response. His actions to protect his soldiers in his own way raised curiosity about what changes this might bring in the future.

At the end of the broadcast, an ending unfolded that turned the guard post upside down. Jeon Woo-joo (played by Han Ga-in), the older sister and fellow soldier of 'National Star' Jeon Se-hye, who had long been revered as a goddess based only on photos circulated among soldiers, finally appeared in person. Expectations are high for what kind of encounter will take place between the legendary older sister Jeon Woo-joo and the three dormitory soldiers.

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