마이데몬
"A demon who lost his powers becomes a bodyguard to a demonic human."
My Demon - Episode Highlights
Episode Highlights
Joining Hands With a Demon
This episode is pivotal as it solidifies the central premise. After another attempt on her life, Do-hee formally proposes a contract marriage to Gu-won, realizing she needs his demonic protection to survive. It marks the official start of their fake relationship and cohabitation, setting the stage for all future romantic and comedic developments.
This episode transitions the plot from a chance encounter to a deliberate partnership. It establishes the rules of their arrangement and firmly intertwines their goals: her survival and his need to regain his powers. The dynamic of demon-as-bodyguard is officially established.
The Fateful Choice
Gu-won is seriously injured in an attack meant for Do-hee, making her realize the true danger he is in for her sake. To protect him, Do-hee makes a significant career move, stepping down from the company race. This act of sacrifice marks the point where their feelings for each other begin to outweigh their original, selfish motivations.
This episode deepens their emotional bond significantly. Do-hee's choice to prioritize Gu-won's safety over her lifelong ambition proves her love is genuine, pushing their relationship beyond the contractual obligation and into the realm of true romance.
Breaking Through the Shell
The truth about their past lives as the tragic lovers Seo Yi-sun and Wolsim is fully revealed. This revelation recontextualizes their entire relationship, explaining their deep connection and the sense of a tragic fate hanging over them. It also marks the climax of the first half of the series, shifting the central conflict from corporate succession to a battle against destiny.
The reincarnation trope is fully introduced, adding a layer of historical tragedy and high stakes to their romance. It explains why Gu-won is so afraid of loving Do-hee and sets up the central conflict for the latter half of the series: whether they can avoid repeating their painful past.
The End of Fate
The series reaches its emotional and tragic climax. The main antagonist, Noh Suk-min, reappears and mortally wounds Do-hee. To save her, Gu-won breaks the ultimate demonic taboo: he resurrects a human. As a consequence, he spontaneously combusts and turns to ash in front of a horrified Do-hee, seemingly ending their story in tragedy.
This episode delivers the ultimate act of sacrifice, fulfilling Gu-won's character arc from selfish demon to selfless lover. It creates the series' most powerful cliffhanger and emotional low point, seemingly confirming the tragic fate they fought so hard to avoid.
Our Personal Heaven
In the finale, a grieving Do-hee makes a desperate wish on Christmas to bring Gu-won back. The deity, honoring a previous bet she lost to Gu-won, resurrects him. They are reunited, and the loose ends are tied up: Suk-min is imprisoned, Seok-hoon becomes chairman, and Gu-won and Do-hee are free to live their lives together. The series concludes with them embracing their love, choosing their own happy ending.
The finale provides a satisfying and happy resolution, subverting the tragic fate that seemed inevitable. It reinforces the theme of choice, as their love and sacrifices are what ultimately earn them their 'personal heaven.' It successfully concludes the narrative arcs of all main characters, offering a hopeful and romantic ending.