The April 18 broadcast of MBC’s Friday-Saturday drama Perfect crown (Episode 4) had a viewership rate of 11.3% in the Seoul metropolitan area, 11.1% nationwide, and 5.3% among the 20-54 demographic, marking a new personal best. The drama ranked first in its timeslot in all categories. In particular, the score 20-54:considered a key indicator of the channel’s competitiveness in today’s media landscape– also topped all Saturday programs. Peak minute rating rose to 13.8%, reflecting its rapid upward trend (Nielsen Korea).
In this episode, spectators were left nervous as Seong Hui Ju (IU) found herself in danger due to a car with bad brakes, only for Grand Prince Ian (Byeon Woo Seok) to appear at the critical moment.
The night before, Seong Hui Ju and Grand Prince Ian secretly met near a wall and, sensing the paparazzi nearby, naturally acted like a couple. As expected, the photo of their perfect kiss was published, causing an emergency meeting within the royal family. Grand Prince Ian said he would recognize their relationship and even raised the possibility of marriage, while Prime Minister Min Jeong Woo supported the decision to avoid further controversy.
As a result, Seong Hui Ju and Grand Prince Ian officially became a publicly recognized royal couple. However, Queen Dowager Yoon Yi Rang and her faction began looking for ways to separate the two before public interest grew further. increase in tension.
At the same time, Seong Hui Ju realized that before the opposition forces could act, he needed to make a decisive move to secure their marriage. To gain public attention, he visited a baseball stadium with Grand Prince Ian. Even though they didn’t get to wear matching couple uniforms, their appearance on the stadium’s kiss cam turned his plan into a great success.
As they created more memories together, Grand Prince Ian’s feelings for Seong Hui Ju gradually deepened. After their kiss, he became more and more aware of his every action. Despite growing anger under Yoon Yi Rang’s pressure, she found herself calming down at his words, “I’m on your side” hinting at the emotional changes within him.
Seong Hui Ju also began preparing for the role of the Grand Prince’s wife. Under the strict guidance of court lady Choi Jin Sook in Anhwadang, she steadily learned royal etiquette. She also formed new memories as she spent time with King Yi Yun (Kim Eun Ho), engaging in various activities together.
Later, at the request of the young king, Seong Hui Ju went for a ride, only to suddenly realize that the car’s brakes had failed. Despite the attempts of both her and Min Jeong Woo, who was following her, the car continued to accelerate, leaving viewers with bated breath.
Just then another car blocked the road, stopping the fleeing vehicle. Through his blurred vision, Seong Hui Ju saw Grand Prince Ian get out of the car, letting out a sigh of relief. With such a dangerous incident involving the king, now curiosity is growing about what consequences await Seong Hui Ju and the consequences of this incident.
Sources: Naver
