Right Now, Wrong Then

During a visit to Suwon, arthouse film director Ham Cheon-soo has a serendipitous encounter with a young woman named Yoon Heejung. This seemingly chance meeting ignites an interest in her that will unfold throughout the story.

The paths of Cheon-soo and Heejung cross once again at a temple, where they strike up a conversation that soon evolves into an impromptu coffee date. This moment marks the beginning of a deeper connection between the two.

As they enjoy coffee together, Heejung opens up about her past as a model, revealing the emotional emptiness she felt despite her financial success. She explains how painting has allowed her to rediscover joy, captivating Cheon-soo with her passion.

With spare time on his hands, Cheon-soo visits Heejung's studio, where he becomes mesmerized by her painting process. Their lighthearted conversation over sushi and soju grows flirtatious, establishing a palpable chemistry between the two.

After a fun evening, Cheon-soo drunkenly confesses his feelings for Heejung, changing the dynamic of their interaction. Heejung reflects on her loneliness, opening up about her desire for deeper connections.

The following night, Heejung invites Cheon-soo to a friend's birthday celebration. However, the night takes a dark turn when her friends confront Cheon-soo about his reputation and his compliments about Heejung's art, leading to an uncomfortable situation.

Waking up with a throbbing hangover, Cheon-soo attends a post-film discussion. The presence of a friend of Heejung with a book of her writings raises his emotional turmoil, prompting him to leave Suwon and return to Seoul.

In a surreal twist of fate, Cheon-soo encounters Heejung again at the temple, enabling them to delve deeper into her life. He learns about her estrangement from her father, further solidifying their emotional bond.

Cheon-soo visits Heejung's atelier and offers a mixture of praise and critique on her artwork. He encourages her to take bolder creative risks, but his honesty inadvertently causes tension between them.

Undeterred by the earlier tension, Cheon-soo returns to profess his admiration for Heejung's beauty. As he reveals his marital status and infatuation with her, emotions run high, challenging Heejung’s previous feelings of stability.

Heejung invites Cheon-soo to a gathering with her friends, creating an opportunity for both to explore their connection further. As the atmosphere becomes more relaxed, Cheon-soo's flamboyant spirit begins to emerge.

After a night filled with drinks, Cheon-soo crosses a line during the gathering by stripping off his clothes to the shock of Heejung’s friends. This unexpected incident leads to an immediate and awkward retreat on his part.

Strolling home under the stars, Heejung receives a hilarious call from her mother about Cheon-soo's antics, bringing her to laughter. Meanwhile, Cheon-soo waits outside her home, longing for deeper exploration of their connection.

After a successful film screening, Cheon-soo feels satisfaction but is unexpectedly greeted by Heejung. They share a poignant farewell, filled with words of encouragement, symbolizing the bond they forged during their brief but intense encounters.

In a moment of sincerity, before parting ways, Heejung promises that she will watch every film featuring Cheon-soo from that moment onward. This promise signifies the deep emotional impact and connection between them.