Layeon's blunt confession to Lee Sang-yeob: "Do you want to date?"

Actress Layeon portrayed a heart-pounding romance with Lee Sang-yeob through her bold and direct approach. In episodes 5 and 6 of the ENA Monday-Tuesday drama ‘Dream to You,’ which aired on July 27 and 28, 2026, the relationship between dating show writer Choi Sa-rang (played by Layeon) and Seo In-wook (played by Lee Sang-yeob) gained rapid momentum, marking the official start of their love line.

Displaying the traits of a romance novel enthusiast, Choi Sa-rang approached Seo In-wook without hesitation. After an unexpected move where she left a lipstick mark on his back amidst a crowd in an elevator and wrote her contact information on him with a pen, she later confronted him again with a blunt confession: "Do you want to date me?" The connection between the two continued when Seo In-wook, having discovered the number on his shirt, called her without hesitation.

"I slept with this man": A bombshell statement and a night at a hotel

The relationship between the two progressed rapidly over drinks. Using the alcohol as an excuse, Choi Sa-rang suggested that Seo In-wook appear on her dating program, expressing her honest interest by saying, "I'm curious too—what you're like when you're in a relationship." Ultimately, the two shared an adult romance, spending a night together at a hotel and sharing kisses.

The following day, Choi Sa-rang left Seo In-wook bewildered by stating she would block his number. Undeterred, Seo In-wook went as far as visiting the broadcasting station to meet her. While discussing the contract for his appearance on the dating program at the station, Choi Sa-rang dropped a bombshell, declaring, "I slept with this man," leaving the scene in an uproar.

Conflicting boundaries and Seo In-wook's confidence

When the time came to sign the contract, Choi Sa-rang's attitude shifted. She drew a firm line with Seo In-wook, insisting that no private dating would be allowed during filming. Despite her dissuasion, Seo In-wook decided to participate in the program. During filming, he displayed unwavering confidence, asking, "Want to make a bet? Whether there will be a 'second time' for us or not."

Through the character of Seo In-wook, Lee Sang-yeob showcased both composure and playfulness. He took control of the atmosphere with lines such as, "Should I stay with you, or should I get drunk with you?" Layeon also built the character of Choi Sa-rang through an acting style that oscillated between playfulness and fluttering excitement, signaling the beginning of a full-blown romance with Lee Sang-yeob. The ENA Monday-Tuesday drama ‘Dream to You’ (directed by Yu Seon-dong, written by Eunha) airs every Monday and Tuesday at 10 PM on ENA and is also available on KT Genie TV and TVING.