"Thirty-Nine" episode 6 shows Son Ye Jin's desperation to protect Jeon Mi Do and make her happy in the remaining days of her life that she forgot to look after herself too.
As the tvN series reached the end of its first half, the life drama hit a new rise in rating after a slump from its previous episode.
'Thirty-Nine' Viewership Rating
Per Nielsen Korea, "Thirty-Nine" episode 6 garnered a major increase in viewership rating.
From dipping to 5.5 percent in the 5th episode, it now garnered an average nationwide rating of 7 percent.
Hopefully, the increase will continue, especially in the forthcoming episode where it tackles the reason behind Jang Chan Young and Kim Ji Seok's relationship fallout.
'Thirty-Nine' Episode 6 Recap: Cha Mi Do Defends Kim So Won
The episode continues with Cha Mi Do (Son Ye Jin) meeting Kim Seon Woo's (Yeon Woo Jin) family alongside her sister Kim So Won (Ahn So Hee) and father.
At the restaurant, the vibe seems uncomfortable after their father insulted So Won at the clinic and in front of Mi Jo.
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He blamed it all on his daughter for making everyone feel uncomfortable and took a swipe at her for being an orphan and acting like one.
Being an orphan herself, Cha Mi Jo couldn't help but politely call out Seon Woo's father. She noted that she is lucky to be raised by loving parents. On the other hand, the father lauded his adopted parents for raising her well.
Does Jang Joo Hee's Mother Know Cha Mi Jo's Real Parents?
After Jang Chan Young (Jeon Mi Do) announced her bucket list, Jang Hoo Hee (Kim Ji Hyun) started by asking her mom about her friend's birth parents.
However, she seems uncomfortable with the topic, suggesting that she might have an idea who and where they were.
In the next scene, Joo Hee's mom pulled out an old diary in her drawer containing Yeongwol Prison's address and a certain name, Lee Gyeong Suuk.
"If You raised her, she wouldn't have grown up so well," she said, hinting that it might be Mi Jo's real mom.
Jang Joo Hee Quits Her Job
The cosmetics manager seems to be fed up with her work, especially how they get treated by customers.
After ranting with Park Hyun Joon (Lee Tae Hwan) and with her two best friends, it's time for her to get to work again.
At the store, one customer was really rude towards her; Joo Hee reached her limit and quit her job on the spot.
She calls Mi Jo, who is on her way for a camping trip with Kim Seon Woo, was shocked to hear the news. Cha Mi Jo explained to Seon Woo that Joo Hee would never make such rash decisions.
Seeing how worried she is, Seon Woo decides to go back to Seoul for Mi Jo to comfort her friend.
Cha Mi Jo Kneels for Jang Chan Young's Sake
The latter part of "Thirty-Nine" episode 6 illustrates a heartbreaking scene after Cha Mi Jo begged to protect Jang Chan Young.
Chan Young was surprised to see that everyone was at her place. First was Kim Ji Seok, who decided to have a sleepover at her house. It was followed by her mother, who paid her a surprised visit and brought her food.
Lastly, the duo decides to chill at her house after an exhausting day.
Expecting another visitor, Kim Seon Woo, Mi Jo hurriedly opened the door but was shocked to see Kim Ji Seok's wife.
Knowing that she'd make a scene, she pushed her to the elevator. Outside the building, she begged her to leave and turn a blind eye just this once.
However, the wife seemed persistent, which prompted Cha Mi Jo to kneel and plead not to make a scene.
For Cha Mi Jo, she had to protect Chan Young; unfortunately, it took a toll on her health, leaving her unconscious. Luckily, Kim Seon Woo came in just on time and rescued Mi Jo.
