Chaebol X Detective 2, which suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of Yoo Seung-ho, finally exploded just before its finale.. Shattering its own record viewership [Comprehensive]

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'Chaebol X Detective 2' has shattered its own record viewership.

According to Nielsen Korea, the ratings survey company, on the 19th, the 13th episode of SBS's Friday-Saturday drama 'Chaebol X Detective 2', which aired on the 18th, recorded a peak viewership of 11.3%, 9.7% in the Seoul metropolitan area, and 9.4% nationwide, instantly surpassing its previous record just before the finale. Furthermore, it swept the top spot not only for all Friday programs but also for the same time slot. The 20-49 age group viewership, a key indicator of channel competitiveness and buzz that is closely watched by advertising executives, also soared to a peak of 3.4%.

In episode 13, Jin Yi-soo (played by Ahn Bo-hyun) secured decisive evidence against serial killer Yoo Seong-won (played by Yoo Seung-ho), and the Strong Crime Team 1, led by Ju Hye-ra (played by Jung Eun-chae), succeeded in arresting Yoo Seong-won. However, a shocking twist unfolded as Jin Yi-soo was ambushed, lost consciousness, and became trapped in flames.

The broadcast that day began amidst Ju Hye-ra's deep sorrow after losing her junior colleague Jeong Min-jae (played by Im Jin-seop). At the funeral home, Ju Hye-ra met with the bereaved family and shed tears of heart-wrenching guilt. While pondering Yoo Seong-won's meaningful words from the past, Jin Yi-soo recalled that he had first met him at a psychiatric hospital where Seo Yu-kyung (played by Choi Hee-jin) was hospitalized during their childhood.

Jin Yi-soo visited the imprisoned Seo Yu-kyung and learned that Yoo Seong-won had exhibited psychopathic tendencies obsessed with 'death' and 'possession' since childhood and had undergone long-term hospitalization treatment. Seo Yu-kyung then added, "To feel the thrill of murder again, he must have definitely displayed the victims' belongings like artworks somewhere."

The investigation gained momentum with the revelation of Hwang Jong-soo (played by Kim Jae-rok), Yoo Seong-won's accomplice and loyal subordinate. However, Police Chief Kwon Tae-gyun (played by Ryu Tae-ho), who was blackmailed by Jeong Tae-seon (played by Kim Hye-eun), leaked investigation information. Yoo Seong-won ordered Hwang Jong-soo, "It's time to repay the favor. Run away well and never get caught." Under the pursuit of Strong Crime Team 1, Hwang Jong-soo headed to Gong (President), contacted Jeong Tae-seon, and then jumped to his death as soon as the UBS news crew arrived on the scene. Jeong Tae-seon used this incident to frame Jin Yi-soo for causing the suspect's death through excessive force, pressuring Strong Crime Team 1 through public opinion warfare.

With the entire team facing disciplinary action, Jin Yi-soo visited the chief's office and submitted his resignation letter to protect his teammates. Mentioning that Kwon Tae-gyun had leaked investigation information, Jin Yi-soo issued a strong warning: "If you touch our team, I'll expose everything." As Jin Yi-soo prepared to leave, Ju Hye-ra apologized, saying, "I'm sorry." Jin Yi-soo replied, "I will go out and do what I can. Team Leader Ju, please protect this place here," vowing, "I won't give up on Yoo Seong-won. I'll catch him no matter what."

Afterward, Jin Yi-soo visited Jeong Tae-seon, saying, "How did you end up raising a son who became a serial killer?" and gifted her specially made golden handcuffs. Declaring, "Just wait and see how far I can go," Jin Yi-soo began deploying methods available to a chaebol, including mobilizing white hackers and cutting all advertisements for subsidiaries of Hansu Group under UBS. While eavesdropping on Jeong Tae-seon, Jin Yi-soo caught Yoo Seong-won attempting to flee abroad via private jet. He requested Strong Crime Team 1 to deploy and then headed alone to Yoo Seong-won's workshop to secure evidence.

Finally, Jin Yi-soo discovered a 'real exhibition hall' in the basement of Yoo Seong-won's workshop, where photos of victims' bodies and their belongings were displayed. At the same time, Ju Hye-ra and Strong Crime Team 1 succeeded in arresting Yoo Seong-won at the airport on suspicion of murder. However, Yoo Seong-won mocked Ju Hye-ra, saying, "Is this for sure this time? Can you really catch me?" He acted casually, but even while being handcuffed and taken away, he asked, "Where is Detective Lee-soo right now? Did he go to my exhibition hall?" This statement heightened the sense of foreboding.

Towards the end of the broadcast, Jin Yi-soo lost consciousness and collapsed due to a sudden attack by Han Jong-hyun (played by Moon Jin-seung), Jeong Tae-seon's secretary, who had come to the workshop to destroy evidence. Jeong Tae-seon ordered Han Jong-hyun, "Burn it all together," and flames erupted around Jin Yi-soo.

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