The Real Has Come!
Season 1
Created by: Han Joon-seo, Jo Jung-joo
Network: KBS2
Season aired: 2023-03-25
Overview
A successful lecturer facing single motherhood devises a fake romance with a marriage-averse doctor — but keeping up the act proves harder than it seems.
About This Season
Oh Yeon Doo is an optimistic online lecturer who teaches the Korean language. After going through many hardships, she finally gets a stable home and career which allow her to prepare for marriage. However, a new dilemma of becoming a single mother occurs. That is when she meets her doctor, Gong Tae Kyung. Although he chose to be a misogamist, a man who wishes to avoid marriage and a woman who is willing to birth a baby without a father starts a relationship. Hence, the contract romance begins with the baby as collateral. Would their impudent lie be able to fool their families to the end?
Episodes · 50
The Star Lecturer
A great job and a great boyfriend; Yeon-doo has it all — until she finds Jun-ha cheating on her. Tae-kyeong rejects marriage and also his girlfriend.
Geum-sil's Scheme
Crushed to learn that she’s pregnant with Jun-ha's child, Yeon-doo seeks the help of the OB/GYN Tae-kyeong. Meanwhile, Geum-sil gives an ultimatum.
Yeon-doo's Dark Future
In-ok flees home from her conflicted son and mother-in-law. Se-jin tries to win Tae-kyeong over. Yeon-doo thinks her pregnancy might end her career.
A Mother's Love
The family learns about the pregnancy, but Bong-nim is still in the dark. Yeon-doo can't decide. Tae-kyeong makes peace, but In-ok wants a divorce.
Se Jin And Yeon Doo
Yeon-doo's evicted when she reveals her intent to give birth. Tae-kyeong's ready to tie the knot. With family on her tail, Yeon-doo asks for his help.
The Father Of The Child
Tae-kyeong is convinced the wedding was a mistake. After Se-jin's lies, he tries to break things off. Yeon-doo runs into her mother at the Old School.
I'm The Baby's Father!
A shocked Bong-nim pressures Yeon-doo to get married, but neither the truth nor the wedding can be forced. Tae-kyeong runs into unexpected obstacles.
The Wedding Ceremony
Tae-kyeong evades Bong-nim's surprise visit and offers a marriage contract to Yeon-doo. His wedding to Se-jin is approaching, and so is the truth.
Yeon Doo’s Sabotage
Yeon-doo's presence at the wedding causes chaos. She and Tae-kyeong agree to be a couple for their own purposes. Se-jin finds out who ruined it all.
The Marriage Certificate
Se-jin disrupts Yeon-doo and Tae-kyeong's engagement, but the mothers are steadfast. To speed things up, the couple may need to make things official.
The Memorial Service
The newlyweds lay low at Geum-sil's. But between Su-jeong and the memorial, Yeon-doo is stretched too thin... and Tae-kyeong doesn't understand why.
The Unwelcome Guest
Yeon-doo and Tae-kyeong run into Se-jin. Hyun-woo is conflicted over Ji-myeong's pregnancy. And a final goodbye leads Se-jin to unexpected places.
Yeon-doo’s Birthday
Despite suspicions, Se-jin prepares to leave. Yeon-doo argues with Geum-sil while eating for two. Tae-kyeong gets an invite. Dong-wook sees Yu-myeong.
Se-jin’s Scheme
Determined and armed with a plan, Se-jin returns to tear apart the fake couple. Yeon-doo is nostalgic for her lecturing days and makes a pit stop.
Couvade Syndrome
Se-jin finally gains leverage on Yeon-doo and Tae-kyeong with her lies. Su-jeong sparks Geum-sil's suspicions about Yeon-doo and her truth.
Geum-sil's Deepest Secret
Geum-sil is nervous. Bong-nim has discovered her secret, one that the couple can't know. Yeon-doo worries about single motherhood at Bong-nim's house.
Becoming Friends
The couple braces themselves, but a power outage shakes things up at Geum-sil's. Hyun-woo swings by Ji-myeong's office but finds her with Sang-hoon.
Tae Kyung’s Heart
Yeon-doo prepares for life on her own while Tae-kyeong baffles her with his glum attitude. Se-jin takes the opportunity to come between the couple.
Fighting Back
Dividing the company has Geum-sil and Cheon-myeong on edge. Yeon-doo helps Tae-kyeong escape them but feels lonely in his absence and wary of Se-jin.
Yeon Doo Turns Back
Tae-kyeong wants to break the contract. Unaware of his real feelings, Yeon-doo steels herself for their final farewell — until the unexpected happens.
Tae Kyung Expresses How He Feels
Yeon-doo pushes Tae-kyeong away. A clearheaded Se-jin contacts Jun-ha. Ji-myeong and Hyun-woo's misunderstanding leads to a contract of their own.
Yeon Doo Looks For A New Place
Jun-ha's call is overdue. Tae-kyeong gives Se-jin the cold shoulder. Yeon-doo decides to move out, but Tae-kyeong wants their time together to last.
Don’t Trust Jang Se Jin
With 2 months left, Yeon-doo helps Tae-kyeong and his family reconcile. Se-jin is cornered after Chan-sik receives a letter. Jun-ha finally shows up.
The Emergency Patient
Tae-kyeong wants to keep sharing rooms like a real couple. Yeon-doo helps Geum-sil run for class president. Chan-sik is skeptical of Jun-ha's request.
Unwelcome Encounter
Jun-ha invites Tae-kyeong to golf after Yeon-doo's chilly reception. Hyun-woo and Mi-yeon are seen together. Se-jin finds who stabbed her in the back.
This Is the Real Me
Yeon-doo fully commits to Geum-sil's campaign. Tae-kyeong forces her to take a break. But the break's over for Se-jin, and Jun-ha drops a bombshell.
Growing Worries
The big move draws near after the realtor's call. Yeon-doo feels for Tae-kyeong. In-ok is shocked at Sang-hoon's audacity. Chan-sik must make a deal.
The Real Dad
A chance meeting at the art museum tests Se-jin and Jun-ha's acting prowess. Tae-kyeong has complex feelings while watching Yeon-doo talk to her baby.
Do You Have Anything to Tell Me ?
Yeon-doo helps Tae-kyeong talk to Geum-sil. A confused Chan-sik is swept up in Se-jin and Jun-ha's scheme. Ji-myeong and Hyun-woo explain themselves.
The Real Confession
Chan-sik's enraged over the truth, and Tae-kyeong intends to move out. Ji-myeong has something to tell Hyun-woo. Jun-ha finally learns the real story.
