Love Your Enemy Episode 7 Review: Jiwon-Jiwon Ship Sails

Episode 6 of Love Your Enemy brims with tension, emotional confrontations, and budding realizations. Yun Jiwon and Seok Jiwon’s complicated dynamic takes center stage as their unresolved past and undeniable connection bubble to the surface. Yun Jiwon’s irritation with Seok Jiwon’s nonchalance contrasts with her growing inability to meet his gaze, while Seok Jiwon’s subtle gestures of care don’t go unnoticed by those around them. The episode weaves in moments of jealousy and betrayal, particularly with Ji-hye’s meddling, which further complicates matters.

As Mun-su confesses his feelings to Yun Jiwon, she’s left grappling with her emotions, still tethered to Seok Jiwon. In a climactic moment on the school track, the two finally confront each other, their exchange laced with heartbreak and lingering affection. The discovery of a rare five-petaled lilac flower adds a symbolic twist, leaving the episode on a bittersweet, poignant note that hints at their intertwined fate.

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Love Your Enemy Episode 7 Recap

The episode continues from the night when Yun Jiwon and Seok Jiwon spot the lilac bush in full bloom. As Seok Jiwon stares at the flower in his palm, a memory of the kiss they shared the other night flashes through his mind. Unable to hold back, he brings it up, much to Yun Jiwon’s dismay. She stresses that the kiss was a mistake and urges him not to mention it again. But Seok Jiwon, undeterred, startles her by declaring that since the lilac bush has bloomed, they are now officially a couple. Yun Jiwon is left flustered as she struggles to respond.

The next morning, the blooming lilac bush becomes the talk of the school. Students and staff alike notice its vibrant presence, and rumours about Yun Jiwon and Seok Jiwon dating spread like wildfire. Despite Yun Jiwon’s adamant denials to her colleagues, Seok Jiwon appears amused and refuses to back down. He even marches into the staff room under the pretence of inquiring about Yun Jiwon’s phone, which she had lost. Upon learning about the missing phone, Seok Jiwon pieces together why his calls went unanswered the other night, sparking a realization about Ji-hye’s interference.

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Meanwhile, Ji-hye’s jealousy intensifies as she struggles to hide her bitterness over the growing bond between Yun Jiwon and Seok Jiwon. Later, Yun Jiwon confronts Seok Jiwon in his office, firmly telling him that she cannot date him. Their heated conversation is overheard by Seok Jiwon’s assistant, who later advises him to act sad and distant to make Yun Jiwon yearn for him. That night, Seok Jiwon skips dinner, feigning melancholy, which successfully makes Yun Jiwon worry. Concerned, she prepares porridge for him and heads to his room, only to catch him eating ramen.

Furious at his deception, she tries to leave, but in the scuffle, the porridge spills on his feet. In the bathroom, as Yun Jiwon tends to his burn, the two agree to date—but only until the lilac bush fades, typically around two weeks. Seok Jiwon then surprises Yun Jiwon by asking her on a date, and to his delight, she agrees. The next day, Yun Jiwon and Seok Jiwon deliberately act cold toward each other at school to avoid raising suspicion. However, one of the senior teachers arranges a team dinner for the weekend. Most colleagues decline, including Yun Jiwon, who claims she has plans to meet a college friend. Ji-hye, ever suspicious, doubts her excuse.

That evening, both Yun Jiwon and Seok Jiwon prepare for their date, despite their “bet”. While picking an outfit, Yun Jiwon stumbles upon her old phone and transfers its data to her laptop. She becomes momentarily lost in nostalgia as she glances at old photos. By 6 pm, Yun Jiwon rushes to the bus stop in her casual sportswear. Seok Jiwon’s heart skips a beat as he sees her, a flood of fond memories from their dating days surfacing. Awkwardly, the two drive to a restaurant Seok Jiwon picks on the spot. Meanwhile, the senior teacher happens to spot Ji-hye and drags her along with a few other colleagues for a night out.

Elsewhere, Su-a spends time with her mother at a dental hospital, where she vents about the challenges of managing everything at home. Her mother’s sugarcoated responses frustrate her. Mr. Hong, also at the hospital, overhears their conversation. Later, he takes Su-a out for a drink and reassures her that it’s okay to feel resentment toward family. Touched by his understanding, Su-a begins to see him in a new light. On their way back, they encounter the other colleagues and join them for dinner.

At the restaurant, Yun Jiwon realizes that Seok Jiwon hadn’t made a reservation and teases him about his lack of dating experience since they were 18. Seok Jiwon fires back, laughing, as he knows she hasn’t dated anyone either. Their playful banter continues in the elevator, where they challenge each other to see who will make the other’s heart race. As they draw closer, the elevator doors open, revealing their colleagues standing outside.

At the dinner table, Seok Jiwon takes the blame, claiming he forced Yun Jiwon into dating him due to a bet and that he has no genuine feelings for her. Ji-hye becomes visibly upset, chugging her drink in frustration. Su-a, fiercely loyal to Yun Jiwon, angrily calls out Seok Jiwon for messing with her friend. After the gathering disperses, Seok Jiwon and Yun Jiwon visit their usual spot by the river, reflecting on life. When Seok Jiwon asks if Yun Jiwon has ever missed him, she admits she has—but adds that she wanted to slap him for it.

The lighthearted moment shifts when Yun Jiwon, slightly tipsy, falls asleep. Seok Jiwon carries her to a cab, and on the way home, he recalls the time he saved her at the hospital. Inside the cab, Yun Jiwon wakes up and, in a daze, tenderly touches Seok Jiwon’s face. Startled, he wakes up, and she quickly slaps him, pretending there was a mosquito.

Back at the school dormitory, Mun-su watches their return with a heavy heart. The next day, Yun Jiwon, noticing his melancholy, asks for his thoughts. Mun-su tells her that his feelings are his to manage and that she shouldn’t feel guilty, as it would only make him feel weaker. Meanwhile, Ji-hye’s father, the chancellor, calls her for an urgent meeting with Seok Jiwon’s father regarding the golf course project. Elsewhere, Haesu, upset about losing the top spot to the transfer student, rushes to the infirmary.

Yumi informs Ki-seok, who hurries to find her. A flashback reveals his unease with Hong Tae-o’s overly caring demeanor toward Haesu. However, upon finding Su-a in the infirmary instead, Ki-seok breathes a sigh of relief. Haesu later pulls Ki-seok aside, chastising him for meddling, but Ki-seok confesses his feelings and begs her to distance herself from Tae-o. Angered, Haesu kicks him and storms off.

That night, Ji-hye reveals Seok Jiwon’s living arrangements to his father, enraging him. Seok Jiwon’s father, Gyeong-tae, barges into their home and slaps him in front of everyone, vowing to ruin Yun Jiwon and her family. Later, Seok Jiwon catches Ji-hye red-handed with Yun Jiwon’s phone. When confronted, Ji-hye confesses her feelings for him and admits to her manipulations. She warns Seok Jiwon that his family’s toxic influence will only bring harm to Yun Jiwon.

The next day, Ji-hye meets Yun Jiwon near the faded lilac bush, urging her to reject Seok Jiwon. However, Yun Jiwon tearfully confesses that she still likes him, just as she did years ago, despite the pain he caused. Heartbroken, Ji-hye retreats to her car and cries over an old photo of the three of them. Yun Jiwon returns home, devastated that their bet has ended. Mun-su offers her words of comfort.

While reviewing the transferred data from her old phone, Yun Jiwon discovers messages from Seok Jiwon that had been blocked and realizes he had reached out to her all those years ago. Overcome with emotion, she rushes to the school to find him but doesn’t see him there. In the staff room, she finds her mobile phone on the ground, confirming Ji-hye’s meddling.

Meanwhile, Seok Jiwon stumbles upon a forgotten letter while cleaning. The letter, written by Yun Jiwon and filled with heartfelt emotions, brings back memories of their shared past. Determined, he runs to find Yun Jiwon, who is waiting by the lilac bush. Looking at her, he suggests they end things, only to quickly add that he wants to date her for real this time. The episode ends with the two smiling, the lilac bush symbolizing a new chapter in their complicated relationship.

Love Your Enemy Episode 7 Review

The blooming lilac bush sets the tone as Seok Jiwon cheekily declares him and Yun Jiwon a couple, only for their banter to spiral into moments of genuine tenderness and hilarity. Their decision to “date” until the lilac fades adds a playful yet bittersweet layer, as viewers are left wondering whether these two can finally reconcile their past. From awkward school interactions to a spur-of-the-moment dinner date, the chemistry between the leads shines through, effortlessly blending heartwarming memories with sharp, comedic timing. Add in Ji-hye’s jealous schemes and Su-a’s quiet struggles, and the story branches into compelling subplots that keep the stakes high without overshadowing the central romance.

What makes this episode stand out is its balance between lighthearted romance and emotional depth. The river scene where Seok Jiwon and Yun Jiwon open up about their past aches, even while teasing each other, is a poignant reminder of how much history binds them. Meanwhile, Ji-hye’s heartbreak and Mun-su’s mature response to his unrequited feelings ground the story with heartfelt realism. The cliffhanger, with Seok Jiwon uncovering Yun Jiwon’s long-hidden feelings through her old messages, is a perfect setup for their confession by the lilac bush. With a perfect blend of drama, humor, and introspection, Episode 7 leaves viewers rooting for reconciliation, while eagerly anticipating how these tangled relationships will evolve.

Love Your Enemy is streaming on Disney+ Hotstar.

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