The cast of Season 3 of ″Pursuing Old Friends″ navigated a complex emotional landscape as they prepared for their final selection. The latest episode of ″Oh Man-chu,″ aired on KBS Joy, KBS2, and GTV on the 25th, featured a date between Hong-ja and Song Byung-chul, followed by a barbecue party that showcased the ″Flower of a Destiny Journey.″ This episode captivated viewers with its rich emotional depth.

During their date at a billiard hall, Song Byung-chul and Hong-ja engaged in a playful game of pocket billiards, making bets on their wishes. Song Byung-chul was taken aback by Hong-ja’s surprising skills, as she demonstrated a deft touch despite being a beginner. The unexpected twist in their date left him both astonished and charmed. Their next activity, applying hand cream to each other, heightened the tension, with Song Byung-chul expressing embarrassment over the physical contact.

The evening barbecue party unveiled the contestants’ intricate emotions. Lee Kyu-han exhibited jealousy, intrigued by Solbi and Park Kwang-jae’s date. Song Byung-chul, who wished to spend time with Hwangbo, showed a bitter expression when Lee Kyu-han took his place. Hong-ja felt anxious about Park Kwang-jae’s conversation with Jang So-yeon, admitting in an interview, ″I felt jealous and upset.″ Park Kwang-jae also experienced mixed feelings when Hong-ja mentioned that her date with Song Byung-chul was more enjoyable.

As the final selection approached, the contestants embarked on a series of one-on-one relay dates. During the 10-minute conversations, the female contestants speculated about which male contestants would approach them first. Lee Kyu-han was the first to approach Solbi, revealing that he had been thinking about her even during his date with Hwangbo. Solbi remarked that during their 30-second eye contact, she felt ″a look of confidence stronger than ten words.″

Hwangbo and Song Byung-chul reunited after their initial drive date, expressing regret over not being able to explore their relationship further. Song Byung-chul sincerely stated, ″If I had one more day, I would want to do my favorite hobby together,″ while Hwangbo felt a connection between them after their eye contact mission.

Hong-ja, Park Kwang-jae, Jang So-yeon, and Lee Kyu-han also participated in 10-minute relay dates. Hong-ja shared with Park Kwang-jae, ″My first impression was great when I first came in. I wanted to get to know him better even after I left.″ Jang So-yeon and Lee Kyu-han expressed uncertainty about their final choices, saying, ″Neither of us are sure about our final choices yet.″

Next week, viewers will learn the final results of Season 3 of ″Oh Man-chu.″ While the contestants vowed to make their choices without regrets, they were seen deep in thought. The audience eagerly anticipates how many couples will make it to the finals.