In "Beloved Thief," Moon Sang-min delivered a marriage proposal letter to Nam Ji-hyun. In episode 7 of the KBS 2TV weekend mini-series "Beloved Thief," which aired on January 24, Do Wol Daegun Lee Yeol (Moon Sang-min) captivated viewers with a heartfelt confession to Hong Eun-jo (Nam Ji-hyun) in order to save her. This episode recorded a viewership rating of 6.6%, with the scene where Hong Eun-jo burns Lee Yeol's denial reaching a peak rating of 7.6% per minute. (Nielsen Korea nationwide household ratings)

After returning to his original body, Lee Yeol realized that just before their souls switched back, a knife had been pointed at Hong Eun-jo's neck and immediately rushed to her. Holding the unharmed Hong Eun-jo in his arms, Lee Yeol sighed in relief, and Hong Eun-jo comforted him, feeling the return of their souls. Through the experience of their souls switching, Lee Yeol and Hong Eun-jo came to understand each other's worlds more deeply, and he resolved to save her from the persecution of Do Seung-ji Im Sa-hyung (Choi Won-young) and his family.

Lee Yeol met Im Sa-hyung, who had arrested him on suspicion of hiding Gil-dong, and secured a promise that no further investigation into Gil-dong would be conducted in exchange for covering up Im Sa-hyung's weakness. This also protected Hong Eun-jo's secret. Freed from suspicion, Lee Yeol visited Hong Eun-jo and shared what had happened when their souls switched, suggesting they return to their respective daily lives. Lee Yeol expressed jealousy by comparing Im Jae-yi (Hong Min-ki), who had inhabited Hong Eun-jo's body, to a wolf.

While waiting for Hong Eun-jo's father Hong Min-jik (Kim Seok-hoon) to come to Hanyang, Lee Yeol prepared a marriage proposal letter to give to her. Determined to overcome the gap in social status and old customs, he decided to marry her to change her unfortunate life. However, the moment of the proposal came unexpectedly. Lee Yeol witnessed Hong Eun-jo being abused by Im Seung-jae (Do Sang-woo) and thought he had to take her away immediately.

Lee Yeol delivered the heartfelt proposal letter to Hong Eun-jo, declaring, "I'm marrying you. This is my proposal." His confession caused a great stir in Hong Eun-jo's heart. Through their experience of soul switching, she deeply felt Lee Yeol's sincerity. Despite the difference in status and others' opinions, Lee Yeol's affectionate gaze made Hong Eun-jo want to hold his hand.

At that moment, Im Jae-yi intervened between them, saying, "You can't go. Not until you die in this house." This created tension. As the conflict between Lee Yeol and Im Jae-yi escalated, Hong Eun-jo was confused about whose hand to hold. This situation provided a significant turning point in their relationship and heightened curiosity about future developments.

In this way, "Beloved Thief" delivers a thrilling story to viewers through complex relationships and conflicts among characters. The intertwined psychology and actions of each character increase the drama's immersion. Attention is focused on how the relationship between Lee Yeol and Hong Eun-jo will develop and in which direction the conflict with Im Jae-yi will unfold.