Finally, someone trashed the old and overused annoying "I realized I still love you." (Park Ji-eun-nim thank you very much!)
Hyun-woo is metaphoring how he feels for her to their lock in Germany.
All along, Hyun-woo thought he fell out of love. That somewhere along the way in their marriage, that spark they had got lost, like how they couldn't find the lock at first. But now that he was here, he understood that it was still there. He just had to take a step back and dig a little deeper. And he found it. A little worn out, but it was there, still holding on. Just buried underneath many other emotions.
So now I wonder what was running through Hae-In's mind during that time. She was probably infuriated, wanting to yell, scream, hit him... but then here he was, admitting that even after all he'd thought, said, and done, he found that she was still there. In his heart. And she knows it's the truth.
She wasn't angry. She was upset. She was disappointed he even thought of doing that. So she gave up. That's why it angered him. He broke her and made her cry. When all he wants now is to stay by her side forever.
Love can wear out the same things do. But after all, aren’t the worn-out things the most beautiful?
Dear Hae In from the future… I won't ask how you're doing since I know you'll be doing fine. You'll be just as pretty, healthy, and the most successful. With Hyun Woo by your side, of course.
KIM JI WON as HONG HAE IN
Queen of Tears 눈물의 여왕 (2024) - Episode 1
The time he forgot he was in his own little skit. As soon as he sees her lose her coolーwhich was unusual and he knew why-his hubby side took over to cut her mom off and take his dear wife's side. All when he thought he already fell out of love for her.
Eyes worried when she snaps, gently holding her balled hand to soothe her, glancing back, waiting for her to leave with him, her hand in his even when they reached the lift, and lightly scolding her for acting out of character.
Sorry to burst your bubble, Hyun-woo. You never fell out of love. But you already admitted that.