Episode 8 of "Heavenly Ever After" unfolds with Som-I stepping into the pastor's sanctuary, her eyes brimming with sincerity as she inquiries about the forgiveness of her sins through heartfelt prayer. Meanwhile, at their residence, an icy silence reigns between Nak-jun and Hae-suk, who avoid any form of verbal exchange.
Shortly thereafter, an unexpected scene unfolds as Som-I is seen choking an elderly gentleman, her grip tightening until Nak-jun's intervention breaks the tense moment, bringing Som-I back to her senses. Grateful for his timely rescue, she whispers that while he saved her from descending into the abyss, she must be allowed to confront her penalties if she regains her lost memories.
Elsewhere, Hae-suk ventures to the church, where she discovers her forgotten rice has transformed into a pot of fermented rice wine. Upon returning home, she encounters Nak-jun and Som-I arriving together. After Som-I's departure, another heated debate ignites between Nak-jun and Hae-suk, centered around his mother's treatment of Hae-suk, culminating in another stifling silence.
The next day, Nak-jun and Som-I revisit the mortal realm. During their journey, Nak-jun speculates that Som-I's ability to touch the elderly man might be attributed to the intensity of her emotions. Just then, Som-I offers a toy top to an infant, her face contorting into a cascade of tears as an overwhelming wave of unfamiliar sorrow engulfs her.
Meanwhile, Hae-suk returns to the church, where she decides with the pastor to cook a dish utilizing the rice wine. As they await the dish's readiness, Hae-suk indulges slightly, succumbing to the alcohol's effects and drifting into a slumber. She awakens to find the pastor, similarly inebriated, causing a commotion outdoors. The duo's antics lead them to a support center, where Nak-jun eventually spots them and escorts Hae-suk back home.
Upon returning, Hae-suk unburdens her soul, revealing that Nak-jun's mother never allowed her to enjoy the meaty portions of the fish, offering her only the heads. One rebellious day, she consumed the middle part, prompting her mother-in-law to make derogatory comments about her upbringing, despite knowing she was an orphan. Listening intently, Nak-jun's heart became heavy with the realization of his misplaced judgments.
The following day, he, accompanied by Young-ae and Som-I, endeavors to whip up a hangover-easing soup for Hae-suk, only to encounter failure in their culinary attempt. Hae-suk, determined to mend fences, expresses her intent to foster a more harmonious relationship with her mother-in-law, but Nak-jun gently reassures her that it's not necessary, revealing that his mother has already declined to rejoin their lives.
Hae-suk embarks on a visit to her mother-in-law, only to stumble upon a startling discovery: she has embarked on the path towards seeking reincarnation. Meanwhile, Young-ae's obsession with the president escalates, yet again proving futile. Separately, the president engages in a conversation with the pastor, who confesses to feeling an enhanced sense of joy since Hae-suk started frequenting the church.
During their quality time together, Som-I finds herself drawing closer to Nak-jun. Upon returning home, Hae-suk breaks the news about Nak-jun's mother's reincarnation plans to him, momentarily unsettling him. Unable to slumber after witnessing the couple's bonding moments, Som-I ventures to the church, confessing her forbidden affections for Nak-jun, acknowledging it as a sin.
The subsequent day, Hae-suk and Nak-jun escort Nak-jun's mother to a reincarnation workshop. There, the president elucidates that rebirth is imperative for soul purification, albeit the process varies from individual to individual. It transpires that Nak-jun's mother has made a courageous decision to opt for a challenging life in her next incarnation as penance for her past misdeeds. Over a shared meal, she extends an apology to Hae-suk, leading to a heartfelt reconciliation between the two. Additionally, it is unveiled that her memories will be wiped clean upon reincarnation.
The president then captivates the family with tales of their past lives, illustrating how they had crossed paths numerous times in various guises. In one of those lifetimes, Hae-suk was the harsh mother-in-law who drove Nak-jun's current mother to self-harm. Bidding farewell, Nak-jun and Hae-suk return to their abode, their journey intertwined with the mysteries of life, love, and reincarnation.
Some time later, Hae-suk stumbles upon a delicate flower ring, intricately crafted by Som-I, nestled within the depths of Nak-jun's pocket. Earlier, she had caught a glimpse of Som-I adorning a ring of similar design, which now piqued her curiosity and left her pondering over its significance.
Meanwhile, back on Earth, Nak-jun's path crosses with the elderly gentleman whom Som-I had once choke-held in a fit of passion. To his astonishment, he realizes that this man is none other than a police officer—the very same individual Som-I had repeatedly beheld in her dreams, clad in a vibrant Hawaiian shirt. As the scene draws to a close, the tension mounts, leaving viewers on a cliffhanger.
