Character Arc
Hwang Yong-sik is a young, earnest police officer in Ongsan whose sunny optimism and total sincerity make him one of the most beloved characters in the drama. From the moment he meets Dongbaek he falls for her wholeheartedly and pursues her with a guileless, unwavering devotion that gradually wins down her defenses. His warmth and refusal to be embarrassed by his own feelings stand in sharp contrast to the town's cynicism.
Devoted to his close-knit family and fiercely protective of those he loves, Yong-sik proves to be far more than a comic romantic. As the unsolved serial case resurfaces, he steps up as a dependable and brave protector for Dongbaek and her son, putting himself on the line to keep them safe. His goodness is matched by genuine grit when the people he cares about are threatened.
Across the series Yong-sik grows from a lovestruck local cop into a steadfast partner and father figure for Pil-gu, embodying the show's belief that kindness and constancy are their own kind of heroism. His relationship with Dongbaek, built on patience and respect, becomes the warm center around which much of the story turns.