Maybe Meant To Be is becoming more intriguing and charming with each episode. In Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 17-24, Sang-U and Suyeon finally confront their feelings for one another. Meanwhile, Jia decides to exercise with Mincheol to help her lose weight. A hint of jealousy surfaces at the gym, but ultimately, Jia finds herself flustered as Mincheol raises the bar for her expectations. However, a surprise encounter with someone from her past dampens Jia’s mood. Despite this setback, Mincheol and Jia embrace their quirky sides and plan to have a fun night together. Without further ado, let’s dive right into the chapter review of Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 17-24.
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Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 17: Uncomfortable Predicament
Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 17 begins with Sang-U’s eagerness to talk to Suyeon about their shared night, but his nervousness gets the better of him. When he finally works up the courage, they’re interrupted in the elevator. The next scene shows Sang-U still tense and unable to talk to Suyeon.
Mincheol notices his distress and asks if everything is okay. Sang-U realizes that as a married man, Mincheol might have insight into intimate matters. He asks for advice on making up with his wife after a fight. Mincheol shares that he had a recent fight but quickly made up after his wife kissed him first. Sang-U is unimpressed and perhaps a little envious.
That night, still frustrated about not talking to Suyeon, Sang-U seeks advice from his sister Yeonju, a romance novelist. He asks for relationship advice, but his sister catches on and he hangs up. Frustrated, Sang-U runs into Jia outside and their greeting is awkward. Jia offers to leave first, and Sang-U is reminded of her familiarity, recalling glimpses of his high school days. In a sudden outburst, Sang-U calls Jia “Flaming Hot Chicken Feet,” startling her, which concludes Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 17.
Chapter 18: Flaming Hot Chicken Feet
Following Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 17, Chapter 18 begins with Sang-U calling Jia “Flaming Hot Chicken Feet,” a nickname that startles Jia. She tries to brush it off, but Sang-U reminds her that he is the little brother of her friend, Yeonju. He mentions a time when they had come to her house for ice cream, but Jia denies knowing what he is talking about. However, Sang-U persists, mentioning Jia’s past as a writer under the penname Flaming Hot Chicken Feet.
The story flashes back to when Jia was twenty-two years old and had a friend named Choi Yeonju, who was a successful novelist. Inspired by Yeonju’s writing, Jia entered a writing competition and won a Grand Prize. Together with Yeonju, she started her writing career, using the penname Flaming Hot Chicken Feet. However, Jia now regrets choosing that name and wants to forget about her past as a writer.
In the present, Sang-U and Jia have a conversation in a cafe, discussing Jia’s marriage with Mincheol. Jia confronts Sang-U about his problems, which he initially denies. However, Jia sees through his lies and asks if he needs someone to listen or someone to push him to talk to Suyeon. This realization prompts Sang-U to reflect on his feelings for Suyeon. Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 18 ends with Sang-U mustering up the courage to call Suyeon and ask if he can come to see her.
Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 19: Feelings Acknowledged
Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 19 opens with Sang-U asking Suyeon if they can meet, surprising her. She suggests tomorrow since it’s inconvenient for him to see her now, but Sang-U reveals he’s already in front of her house. Taken aback, Suyeon agrees to meet him in thirty minutes, feeling unprepared after taking off her makeup.
Once they meet, Sang-U takes her to a quiet playground, hoping for a peaceful place to talk. As tension builds, he nervously gifts her the macarons he had brought along. Suyeon thanks him, albeit a bit exaggeratedly, and Sang-U mirrors her enthusiasm, leading to an awkward moment. Frustrated with himself for not getting to the point, he feels pressured when Suyeon seems ready to leave.
In a bid to prolong their time together, Sang-U offers to push her on the swings. Finally gathering his courage, he broaches the topic that has been on his mind, asking if they should forget about their night together. Suyeon caught off guard, feels nervous but listens as Sang-U admits he can’t forget it because it was his first time. Flustered, Suyeon reveals she too remembers what happened, giving way to a shared moment of connection. Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 19 wraps up with Jia enjoying a macaron, while Mincheol playfully comments on whether she has gained some weight.
Chapter 20: Weight-Gain
Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 20 opens with Jia enjoying some macarons when Mincheol suddenly asks if she has gained weight. Caught off guard, she chokes on her macarons but soon realizes he’s talking about Mouse. Mincheol mentions that Mouse seems heavier lately, making Jia feel a bit guilty. She speculates that the cat might be experiencing some climate changes, which Mincheol agrees could be the case.
The scene shifts to the next day, with Mincheol leaving for work and bidding Jia farewell, which makes her anxious. She worries he might have noticed her giving Mouse extra snacks. Reflecting on this, Jia realizes she may have overindulged Mouse, resulting in the cat gaining a little too much weight. Her gaze falls on the weighing machine, and dread fills her as she steps on it, tearfully discovering she has also gained weight.
Next, she tries on some clothes, initially pleased to find that everything fits perfectly. However, disaster strikes when her jeans rip as she bends down to tidy up. In a later scene, Mincheol is taken aback to see Jia enthusiastically drinking his healthy protein shake. It turns out she wants to start working out with him. Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 20 closes with Mincheol happily agreeing that it’s a great idea, while Jia suddenly realizes she might regret it, as Mincheol is a very strict workout buddy.
Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 21: Jealousy
Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 21 begins with Mincheol and Jia watching a sunset, contemplating what to do on their last night on Earth before an asteroid is set to hit. Mincheol jokingly suggests they should focus on leg workouts, prompting Jia to wake up from this nightmare. However, she quickly realizes she is physically aching all over from the rigorous training sessions with Mincheol, who turns out to be a strict workout partner. Exhausted and overwhelmed, Jia feels concerned about Mincheol’s obsessive dedication to physical health.
Checking her weight again, she feels disappointed to see that it hasn’t changed at all in a day. Later, they are at the gym, and Mincheol proposes a new workout plan, claiming that just three minutes a day will lead to better health. Excited at first, Jia soon discovers the workout is far more challenging than Mincheol made it sound. While Jia struggles, Mincheol lifts heavy weights, impressing her with his strength.
The drama unfolds when a woman approaches Mincheol, asking for help with the machines while trying to flirt with him. Jia watches in shock as Mincheol agrees to assist her. As he demonstrates how to use a machine, the woman seems more interested in getting close to him, stirring jealousy in Jia. The woman continues to flirt, asking questions about exercises in an attempt to get Mincheol’s attention, which infuriates Jia.
Feeling upset, Jia questions Mincheol’s willingness to help the woman, but she stops short when she remembers they are only married on paper. As she tries to leave, Mincheol firmly refuses the woman’s advances, declaring that he is married. Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 21 concludes with him walking over to Jia and introducing her as his wife, leaving her blushing crimson.
Chapter 22: Happily Married
Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 22 opens with everyone at the gym witnessing the unfolding drama as Mincheol introduces Jia as his wife. The woman he was helping gasps in surprise, quickly bows, apologizes, and leaves in embarrassment. Afterward, Jia and Mincheol also exit the gym, leaving Jia feeling flustered about the situation. She experiences a giddy excitement as everyone introduces her as Mincheol’s wife.
Curious, Jia asks Mincheol if girls often ask him for help at the gym. He reveals that it happens frequently but, being rather dense, the girls typically leave quickly after realizing his lack of interest. Jia feels somewhat relieved that Mincheol remains oblivious in this regard. However, she is exhausted and can hardly feel her legs, longing to quit the intense workout.
As they walk, Jia opens her mouth to tell Mincheol she wants to give up, but she notices how happy he looks. He expresses his joy in exercising with her, and she finds it hard to voice her desire to quit after seeing his enthusiasm. Reluctantly, she continues to work out alongside him.
The next morning, Jia feels drained and lazy about going for a light run, as Mincheol suggested. However, she decides to humor him and starts jogging. To her surprise, she begins to feel energized and runs with determination. Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 22 concludes with Jia spotting a familiar face while completing her laps.
Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 23: Past Returns
Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 23 begins with Jia running away from a man she encountered, who chases after her, urging her to stop. Both eventually slow down, exhausted and out of shape, and take a seat on a bench to chat. The man introduces himself as Na Yeongdeuk, Jia’s former producer from her writing career. He inquires about her well-being and whether she is still writing, revealing a shared past between them. Yeongdeuk sincerely apologizes for what happened in the past, and Jia’s expression turns forlorn. However, Yeongdeuk’s phone suddenly rings, interrupting their moment and signaling that he has an urgent meeting. As he leaves in a hurry, he suggests they should meet for dinner and instructs her to call him. Jia crumples the business card he handed her, deciding against reaching out.
Later that night, Mincheol nervously prepares a fancy dinner setup. Jia, dressed up for the occasion, notices Mincheol’s anxiousness and asks about the elaborate arrangement. She realizes that her odd behavior hasn’t cheered her up; instead, it has put Mincheol in a tight spot. Feeling overwhelmed, she retreats to her bedroom to vent her frustrations, suddenly craving chicken feet and soju but quickly dismissing the thought. Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 23 concludes with a knock on her door, revealing Mincheol, who is also dressed up for the occasion.
Chapter 24: Fun Night
Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 24 begins with Jia taken aback by Mincheol’s dapper appearance. He suddenly asks her to dance, and in a panic, she tries to shut the door, but he stops her. She soon realizes that Mincheol just wanted to cheer her up, thinking she was in a bad mood. Curious about his choice of dancing, she learns that he was inspired by Bollywood movies, which makes her happy as she glimpses his romantic side. Mincheol recalls Jia’s past words about how doing something weird together can be fun, surprising her and prompting laughter that confuses him. However, Jia has a different plan in mind aside from dancing.
In the next scene, they find themselves at a barbecue place, indulging in chicken and soju. Health-conscious Mincheol is not thrilled with Jia’s choice, but she playfully insists they should have a cheat day together, wanting to enjoy their fancy outfits in a casual setting. As they eat, Jia feeds him a spicy wrap, and they share good laughs at a karaoke bar. While roaming the streets, Jia suddenly becomes aware of all the embarrassing moments they’ve experienced once her adrenaline starts to fade, but Mincheol remains unfazed and enjoys the fun.
Later, Jia shyly thanks him for the evening, catching Mincheol off guard. Although surprised by her gratitude, Jia thanks him sincerely before attempting to leave, feeling embarrassed. Mincheol, however, gently stops her, stating he has things to say too. He grabs her chin and leans in closer, leaving Jia flustered as Maybe Meant To Be Chapter 24.
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