Episode 9 of "Brewing Love" unfolds with Yong-ju's heart-wrenching sobs echoing as she mourns her grandmother, while Min-ju gently wraps her in a comforting embrace. Simultaneously, Chan-hwi deposits Ah-reum at her doorstep, where she voices her melancholy over her home's perpetual dimness, dreaming aloud about a future intertwined with his. In response, Chan-hwi confesses his own uncertainty about the path ahead.
Ah-reum's mother's arrival interrupts this tender moment, finding Chan-hwi lingering outside with his iconic toast truck. She scorns the notion that anyone in their neighborhood would fancy such cuisine.
Yong-ju grapples with her grief over the subsequent days, until Min-ju steps in, coaxing her out of the house's suffocating stillness. The kind-hearted villagers of Baegok-ri have orchestrated a series of games, hoping to coax a smile from Yong-ju. She rises to the challenge, triumphing in each game, yet they urge her to release her sorrow further. When Min-ju offers a hug, Yong-ju, scandalized by the gesture, scurries away.
Back at Jisang, Chan-hwi arrives bearing a surprise toastie for Ah-reum. However, her joy is short-lived as she faces a stern rebuke from the Planning Team Head, furious over her failure to contribute to the new product's success. Hand in hand, Ah-reum and Chan-hwi wander home, only to be intercepted by Ah-reum's mother, who immediately recognizes Chan-hwi as the toast truck's proprietor.
A fierce altercation erupts between Ah-reum and her mother, during which Ah-reum unburdens her soul, revealing a childhood filled with feelings of neglect. Overwhelmed, Ah-reum flees back to Chan-hwi, where she weeps openly as he wraps her in his soothing presence. Yet, in a moment of clarity, she acknowledges that he is too pure for her tumultuous family and urges him to flee from their entangled fate.
At the bustling brewery, the man who had been stranded atop the mountain unexpectedly appeared, making his way to express heartfelt gratitude to the village chief. When he found himself in solitude with Jjuan, he discreetly began capturing a video recording of her, unbeknownst to her. Meanwhile, Min-ju thoughtfully arranged for Yong-ju to rest in the cozy little abode at the brewery.
As dawn broke, an explosive scandal erupted online, detailing how Jjuan had supposedly wed a wealthy man and absconded with his fortune. In a surprising twist, Min-ju stumbled upon the man, revealed to be a YouTuber, attempting to persuade Jjuan and her husband, Soon-gwan, to participate in another video recording. Sensing the unethical nature of the endeavor, Min-ju swiftly intervened to halt the proceedings.
A poignant flashback to three years prior unveiled the tragic tale of how Jjuan had been deserted by her spouse due to her infertility. On the brink of physical abuse, Soon-gwan had intervened, rescueing her from the brink. He welcomed her into the village's embrace, and Min-ju soon discerned the budding affection between the two. Their marriage soon followed, cementing their bond.
In the present, Soon-gwan confronted the YouTuber with fiery determination, emphasizing that every day spent with Jjuan was a treasure. Meanwhile, Yong-ju and Min-ju embarked on a leisurely stroll, a moment filled with tender anticipation. Yong-ju, gathering her courage, confessed her love to Min-ju, who, in a heartwarming reciprocal gesture, revealed his own affection for her.
The team dives back into their product development with renewed dedication, as Yong-ju returns with a spirit reinvigorated. She eagerly arranges a paintball date with Min-ju, but unfortunately, her exceptional skills quickly turn the fun activity into a one-sided rout, leaving no opponents standing within mere seconds. Despite this awkward turn, Min-ju persists in his affection and insists on accompanying her to her place afterward.
Following another productive session with the team, Yong-ju heads to work and secures approval for their latest beer from the Marketing Team Head. Meanwhile, Min-ju stays behind at Yong-ju’s house, transforming her room with thoughtful touches. He hangs cherished photographs, retrieves her music books, and arranges her record collection meticulously. During dinner, Min-ju presents her with a charming set of mugs, whispering words of encouragement to cherish the small joys of life. He suggests they embark on a quest to discover ten things Yong-ju loves the most.
With the final samples of their three beers in hand, the team embarks on the naming process, eventually settling on the heartwarming moniker “Together” for their beer trio. They venture to Jisang to present their creation to the higher-ups of the company. Initially, the evaluation appears promising, but the survey results, unveiled at the conclusion of Brewing Love Episode 9, leave Yong-ju and her team utterly stunned.
