Last Summer Episode 2 Review: The House That Held Our Painful Summers

In the premiere episode, Ha-gyeong, now an architectural public official, decides to sell her old house filled with painful memories, only to discover the ownership now belongs to her ex, Do-ha. Their unresolved past resurfaces as they clash over the property and old wounds. Despite all the anger, when Do-ha asks if she still hates him, Ha-gyeong finds herself speechless, haunted by memories of their summers together.

Last Summer Episode 2 has a runtime of 62 minutes.

The series has 12 total episodes and will air on KBS2 from 1 November 2025 to 7 December 2025. The series takes on the channel’s Saturday-Sunday slot previously occupied by Walking on Thin Ice.

Last Summer Episode 2 Recap

The episode opens with a tender flashback to Ha-gyeong and Do-ha’s childhood. From the start, their bond is clear: no matter how stubborn or prideful Ha-gyeong becomes, Do-ha always lets her win. Whether it is a small quarrel or a big fight, he turns every battle into a peace treaty. But the warmth of their friendship began to fade two years ago, when Ha-gyeong lost her mother. Struck by grief, she ended their relationship, leaving both their hearts bruised.

In the present day, Ha-gyeong is furious to discover that Do-ha has hired a renowned lawyer to win their ongoing case. Determined to face him head-on, she visits the lawyer, only to be caught off guard by his sharp wit and effortless intelligence. Though she tries to maintain her usual confidence, his clever remarks leave her humbled and irritated. Meanwhile, Do-ha shines at work, charming his clients with skill and precision. When he hears that Ha-gyeong has met his lawyer, he cannot resist taking a peek at the documents she submitted and laughs quietly to himself, amused by her persistence.

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That evening, Ha-gyeong returns home only to fall into another argument with Do-ha. Their verbal sparring feels oddly familiar, almost like an old rhythm they both secretly miss. During their argument, he sends her a file that could easily tip the case in his favour. Teasingly, he asks about “Jongman,” the tree they planted together years ago. Trying to save face, Ha-gyeong lies, claiming she cut it down, but her hesitation gives her away.

Elsewhere, Lee Seul grows frustrated with her grandfather, who continues to meddle in her relationship with Seung-tak. When she visits Seung-tak at a sports contest, Do-ha pulls her aside to ask about Ha-gyeong’s condition. Lee Seul, concerned, explains that Ha-gyeong has been struggling with severe insomnia since her mother’s death. Being alone in that big house has only made her loneliness worse, and she spends her nights overthinking and worrying. Hearing this, Do-ha is struck with guilt. He realises how deeply he has hurt her by keeping his distance.

Wanting to ease her pain, Do-ha makes a heartfelt deal with Ha-gyeong: if she agrees to buy a new tree sapling like their old Jongman and plant it, he will withdraw from the case. Reluctantly, she agrees, and the two go shopping together. The outing feels awkward at first, but a hint of their old closeness returns as they look through photos of trees on Do-ha’s phone. Ha-gyeong suddenly spots pictures of herself and demands that he delete them. Do-ha refuses, saying nothing but smiling faintly. Embarrassed, she tells him to stop talking to her and pretends to fall asleep.

Later that night, Do-ha quietly watches her sleep, his expression soft and full of longing. The peaceful moment is short-lived when she wakes up and catches him looking. As they drive home, they are suddenly confronted by Ha-gyeong’s ex, Nam-jin, who has been stalking her. In a tense moment, Do-ha accidentally hits him. At the police station, Nam-jin blurts out that he cut down the old tree to help Ha-gyeong, shocking Do-ha. Hurt and disappointed, Do-ha questions her, and their argument turns emotional. Ha-gyeong breaks down, admitting how much she hates being surrounded by the memories of their past. Every corner of the house reminds her of what they once were, and she cannot bear it any longer.

Overwhelmed, she leaves and spends the night at Lee Seul’s place. The next morning, a heavy rainstorm hits, and news reports warn of possible flooding. Panicking, Ha-gyeong rushes home to rescue her precious memory box from the basement. Unfortunately, the water floods in before she can reach it. Just as danger looms, Do-ha arrives in time to save her from the rising water.

Back inside, soaked and shaken, Ha-gyeong opens the memory box and breaks down in tears. She tells Do-ha to leave her once and for all, saying she cannot keep living in the constant push and pull between love and resentment. She promises not to sell the house but insists he go. Do-ha looks at her quietly and says he came back only to fulfil the promise he once broke — to spend one more summer together. The two stand there in silence, unaware that this fragile truce may be the beginning of their healing and perhaps, their love once again.

Last Summer Episode 2 Review

heir flashbacks provide touching context to their love-hate dynamic, revealing a bond once rooted in warmth and quiet devotion. The episode captures how grief and pride can quietly erode even the strongest relationships. Ha-gyeong’s anger and sleeplessness contrast perfectly with Do-ha’s calm guilt, creating a powerful tension that feels both painful and tender. Their scenes together, especially the quiet moments between arguments, speak volumes about unresolved love and the lingering pull of shared memories.

The second half takes a dramatic turn, blending emotional vulnerability with real danger. From Ha-gyeong’s confrontation with her ex to the sudden flood sequence, the episode maintains a gripping pace without losing its heart. The moment Do-ha saves Ha-gyeong and she breaks down, confessing her exhaustion, feels raw and honest, a quiet peak of the show’s emotional storytelling. By the end, Do-ha’s vow to stay for one last summer sets up a promise of renewal, suggesting that beneath all their bitterness still lies love waiting to be rediscovered. It is an episode that aches and heals in equal measure, showing that sometimes love survives not in perfection, but in persistence.

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