This episode serves as a pivotal turning point in the series, shifting from its comedic roots into a dark, emotional thriller. It concludes a prolonged flashback arc exploring the tragic past of protagonist .
: Ji-hun finds her bleeding on the subway; she dies shortly after in the hospital. Devastated, Ji-hun resigns from the prosecution and takes over Joo-young’s office, adopting her 1,000-won fee and wearing sunglasses to hide his eyes filled with pain. Series Details One Dollar Lawyer - AsianWiki This episode serves as a pivotal turning point
: After the death of his father, Ji-hun finds comfort in Lee Joo-young , a fellow lawyer. They get engaged, and Joo-young decides to open her own humble law firm dedicated to helping the underprivileged for a fee of just 1,000 won—the origin of Ji-hun's current practice. Devastated, Ji-hun resigns from the prosecution and takes