"Poong, the Joseon Psychiatrist" episode 3 showcases a team-up between Kim Min Jae and Kim Hyang Gi as they probe into the alleged gumiho lurking around the neighborhood. Unfortunately, the historical-mystery series sees a slight dip in viewership rating.

'Poong, the Joseon Psychiatrist' Viewership Rating

As noted by Nielsen Korea, the latest episode of Kim Min Jae's new drama "Poong, the Joseon Psychiatrist" garnered an average rating of 4.3 percent.

The figure is a slight decrease from its previous viewership rating and its personal best with a nationwide average of 5.1 percent.

'Poong, the Joseon Psychiatrist' Episode 3 Recap

The third episode began with Seo Eun Woo seeing a familiar face at a gathering.

"Poong, the Joseon Psychiatrist" episode 3 introduced Jo Shin Woo, the supervisor at Sorak who will play a significant role in the two murder cases in their neighborhood.

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After being introduced to Yoo Se Poong, Jo Shin Woo reminded Eun Woo that it is not proper for a widow to be seen with another man, especially at night.

To defend Eun Woo, Se Poong mentioned that a physician should look after his patient and in his case, it is Eun Woo.

However, it seems like Jo Shin Woo will play a big part in Yoon Se Poong's life as he is after Yoo Se Yeop, the former royal's physician who was dismissed at the palace after the death of the King.

He is in the town to look for Yoo Se Yeop after being instructed by the royal's right hand.

The Attack of Gumiho

The quiet town was disturbed by news regarding an alleged gumiho who killed two influential people.

The primary suspect was a teen named Yeon Hee, who is suffering from a sleeping disorder.

The father was advised by physician Kye Ji Han to lock all the doors to prevent Yeon Hee from sleepwalking.

However, the culprit used her sickness to frame the poor girl for the crime. Villagers believe that it was Yeon Hee who killed two men after she was caught red-handed. The girl was alone in the woods and drenched in blood.

At the ministry's court, Yeon Hee admitted the crime since she was also lost and couldn't remember the night of the incident.

Due to her confession, she was locked in a cell but Yoon Se Poong and Seo Eun Woo pointed out that she should be treated.

While at their clinic, the two believe that Yeon Hee couldn't do such crime and says that she was framed by the real culprit.

With this, Se Poong investigated by looking at the patients who were on the day and time that Yeon Hee was at the clinic and ended up with Seo Eun Woo's brother-in-law as the prime suspect.

In addition, Eun Woo noted the marking on his hand, similar to what Yeon Hee described as the killer.

The Real Culprit was Revealed

"Poong, the Joseon Psychiatrist" episode 3 not only showcased uncovering the truth behind the murder, but also Seo Eun Woo cutting ties with her husband's family.

It came after Seo Eun Woo discovered that her brother-in-law was the man behind the murders and used Yeon Hee to cover up the crime.

With this, Eun Woo took the opportunity to detach herself from the Lee clan after the brother-in-law attempted to kill her.

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Written by Geca Wills