Ryong and Eve’s relationship has been on shaky ground ever since they returned to Earth, and now it seems like they might not be able to keep it a secret any longer. The Chief and Si-Won have already started to put the pieces together after discovering the incubator’s suspicious activity on the space station. Since everything else was shut down at the time, it’s clear that something unusual was happening. This realization is already causing trouble for Kang-Su, but it won’t be long before Ryong is dragged into it as well. The fact that Eve was involved in this situation only makes things more complicated, especially since she is already under scrutiny due to the rumors spreading at HQ. If their relationship is fully exposed, it could have serious consequences for both of them, and it’s hard to say how they will manage to get out of it.
The biggest problem is that Eve’s position as a commander is now at risk. Even though she has proven herself as a capable astronaut, having a personal relationship with Ryong could make her look unprofessional in the eyes of her superiors. The rumors alone have already caused enough damage, and if concrete evidence comes out, she might face disciplinary action. It’s also worth noting that she has been trying to distance herself from Ryong, believing that their relationship could harm her career. However, her actions don’t exactly match her words. Despite saying that they shouldn’t be together, she keeps finding herself drawn to him, and now that they’ve officially started dating, it’s only a matter of time before the truth comes out.
Ryong, on the other hand, might not face as many consequences in a professional sense, but his reputation will definitely take a hit. He already admitted in front of everyone that his feelings for Eve were one-sided, which was his way of protecting her. But if it turns out that they have actually been involved all along, people will start questioning everything he has said. His honesty and integrity will be called into question, and he might end up losing the respect of his peers. Go-Eun’s father is also considering bringing him into the family, but if Kang-Su manages to convince him that Ryong has been lying and causing trouble, that opportunity might disappear.
Another major issue is the impact this could have on the people around them. Dong-A is still holding onto his feelings for Eve, and learning about her relationship with Ryong might push him to do something drastic. He already seems suspicious about what happened between them in space, and if he finds out the full truth, it could create even more drama. Go-Eun, who still has feelings for Ryong, has also been trying to assert herself, but now that she and Eve have gotten drunk together and acknowledged their rivalry, it’s hard to tell how she will react when the truth finally comes out. With so many emotions involved, the situation is bound to get messy.
At the moment, it looks like Kang-Su is taking the fall for everything, but that doesn’t mean Ryong and Eve are safe. The Chief is smart enough to figure out what really happened, and if he keeps digging, he will eventually connect the dots. If that happens, Eve could be removed from her position, and Ryong might have to face consequences as well. The fact that they had a romantic relationship in space, which could be seen as a breach of protocol, only makes things worse. Even if they try to deny it, the evidence is piling up, and sooner or later, someone will put it all together.
With only a few episodes left, it’s hard to say how things will play out, but one thing is certain: Ryong and Eve’s secret won’t stay hidden forever. The moment of truth is coming, and when it finally arrives, they will have to deal with the fallout. Whether they will be able to overcome it or if it will tear them apart remains to be seen, but one thing is for sure—things are only going to get more intense from here.