When Do-young pulled Ki-hyun out into the alley outside their office building in Endless Yearning Chapter 27, she wasn’t just complaining about his tardiness.
She was trying to put a permanent end to years of unresolved resentment. Asking him point-blank if he was “worried” about her, Do-young did something Ki-hyun never expected: she offered a blunt apology for the past, demanded that he apologize in return, and insisted they cut all personal ties for good.
Endless Yearning Chapter 28 Release Date
Following the release of chapter 27 today on 16 September 2026, Wednesday, Endless Yearning Chapter 28 is expected to be released on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 12:00 AM KST on official Korean webtoon platforms. For international readers in North America and Europe, the chapter drops on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 (8:00 AM PST / 11:00 AM EST / 4:00 PM BST), with English community translations following shortly after.
The Workplace Mask Shatters: Ki-hyun’s Lie and Do-young’s Demand
Chapter 27 proved that pretending to be strangers in a tight-knit corporate office is a losing battle. The entire confrontation was triggered when Ki-hyun strolled into work noticeably late.
Read this for brief recap -> Endless Yearning Chapter 27 Summary & Ending Explained: Do-young Confronts Ki-hyun
Do-young had already covered for him professionally by alerting Team Leader Yoo Seong-hoon, but when Seong-hoon casually asked if the two had known each other prior to joining the company, Ki-hyun gave a stone-faced denial.
He claimed they had zero history. That lie was the final straw for Do-young.
By denying their past in front of Seong-hoon, Ki-hyun tried to act like Do-young had never meant anything to him.
But stepping outside, Do-young flipped the script. Her decision to apologize first was a calculated, defensive strike.
By taking ownership of past mistakes and demanding Ki-hyun do the same, she effectively tried to close the book on their relationship.
She doesn’t want his lingering stares, his passive-aggressive hostility, or his silent guilt—she wants a clean, professional slate.
Team Leader Seong-hoon Isn’t Blind
While Ki-hyun and Do-young are busy playing mind games, Team Leader Yoo Seong-hoon is quickly becoming the most dangerous variable in the office.
Seong-hoon isn’t just an oblivious manager; he is an extremely sharp supervisor who notices micro-expressions and body language.
When Seong-hoon asked if they knew each other, he wasn’t making idle small talk—he was testing the room. Ki-hyun’s instant, overly cold denial only confirmed that something heavy exists beneath the surface.
As Seong-hoon relies more on Do-young for high-priority department tasks, his natural chemistry and professional trust with her will inevitably push Ki-hyun to his limit.
Watching Do-young smile and communicate effortlessly with Seong-hoon—while treating Ki-hyun like an unwanted ghost—is going to force Ki-hyun’s suppressed jealousy into the open.
The Shadow of Gaon’s Secret and Unresolved Guilt
To understand why Do-young is so eager to bury the past, you have to look at the guilt Ki-hyun has been harboring.
In their school days, Gaon secretly transferred away and specifically begged Do-young not to tell Ki-hyun, hoping it would force Ki-hyun to move on.
When Ki-hyun eventually discovered Gaon was gone, he didn’t direct his grief at the situation—he directed his heartbreak and fury straight at Do-young for keeping the secret.
Do-young bore the brunt of his anger while honoring a friend’s wish, leaving her deeply scarred by his resentment.
Now, years later, Do-young refuses to be Ki-hyun’s emotional punching bag. Her ultimatum in Chapter 27 is her way of saying she has served her sentence for a mistake that wasn’t even entirely hers.
What Happens Next: Endless Yearning Chapter 28 Predictions
Heading into Endless Yearning Chapter 28, the fake truce Do-young tried to build is guaranteed to fracture under real-world pressure:
- Ki-hyun Will Refuse to Move On: Accepting Do-young’s apology means agreeing to let her go forever. Ki-hyun’s pride and lingering affection won’t allow him to accept a clean break, especially when he feels she is escaping his life too easily.
- Seong-hoon Forces Forced Proximity: Expect Team Leader Seong-hoon to assign Do-young and Ki-hyun to a high-stakes joint project. Working side-by-side under deadline pressure will make Do-young’s “strict business only” rule nearly impossible to maintain.
- The Jealousy Spark: As Seong-hoon continues to show genuine interest in Do-young’s well-being, Ki-hyun will be forced to choose between keeping his cool or making a scene in the office.
- Deeper Past Flashbacks: Endless Yearning Chapter 28 is expected to reveal more about the immediate aftermath of Gaon’s departure, showing the exact argument that permanently broke the trust between young Ki-hyun and Do-young.
Where to Read Endless Yearning Officially
To support author 2L and the creative team behind Endless Yearning (오매불망), make sure to read new chapters through official digital platforms:
- Official Digital Outlets: Read raw and translated chapters legally on Naver Webtoon.
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