Episode 4 of "Love Scout" kicks off with Ji-yun and Eun-ho finding shelter from the downpour in a cozy convenience store. As the rain pounds outside, Eun-ho whips up a pot of instant ramen, a simple gesture that unexpectedly captivates the attention of the youthful patrons nearby. The aroma and taste soon win over the crowd, turning an ordinary refuge into a culinary delight.
Later, Ji-yun is surprisingly invited to an event by the headhunting association, but her joy turns sour when she discovers that Hye-jin, her nemesis, presents as the chairperson. The following day, amidst a magazine photoshoot, tensions flair up anew as Hye-jin and Ji-yun clash, their words sharp like daggers. The confrontation reaches a boiling point when Hye-jin, in full view of Eun-ho, publicly accuses Ji-yun of being responsible for their former CEO's demise.
After the stormy day, Eun-ho and Ji-yun wander together, the weight of their shared history hanging in the air. Eun-ho respects Ji-yun's silence, refraining from probing into the painful incident. As they join a playful group of kids shooting hoops, their guard finally drops, marking a genuine moment of mutual enjoyment and camaraderie.
Back at the office, Mi-ae finally unburdens her heart to Eun-ho, revealing the grim truth: Career Way fell victim to a devious investment fraud orchestrated by insiders. Ji-yun had been a vocal advocate for an investigation, but the CEO, bearing the brunt of guilt, took his own life in despair. In the aftermath, Ji-yun bore the brunt of blame, exiled from the company she once called home. Her mentor, Hye-jin, ascended to the CEO's throne amidst the chaos.
Elsewhere, Gyeong-hwa, a diligent employee, diligently works to secure a promising job placement for a client. However, a mix-up occurs when the unwitting team leader, unaware of Gyeong-hwa's efforts, independently reaches out to the same client for a separate opportunity. Realizing the overlap, the team leader gracefully steps aside, entrusting the project back to Gyeong-hwa, confident in her ability to deliver a superior proposal. Despite his noble intent, the incident leaves an uneasy tension between them, like a strained chord that needs tuning.
Elsewhere still, Eun-ho enjoys lunch with Soo-hyeon, but her heart sinks as she realizes how much of his time and attention are devoted to caring for Ji-yun. The delicate balance of their relationship begins to tilt, hinting at upcoming turbulence in their love story.
Meanwhile, Jeong-hun, Mi-ae, and Eun-ho skillfully persuade Ji-yun to allow them the honor of hosting a jubilant welcome bash for Eun-ho, with an ulterior motive lurking beneath the surface—to turn the festivities into a subterfuge where they could loosen the team's inhibitions with alcohol, thereby facilitating a reconciliation between Gyeong-hwa and the team leader. During this revelatory juncture, it comes to light that Soo-hyeon's cherished child is not her flesh and blood but rather the legacy of her deceased sister, who perished alongside her spouse. Furthermore, the veil is lifted on Jeong-hun's background as the heir of an influential investor, entrusted to Ji-yun's watchful care. Jeong-hun openly expresses his heartfelt wish for a romantic entanglement with Ji-yun, to which she responds with a half-hearted smile, her silence speaking volumes.
The ensuing day, Ji-yun catches wind of Eun-ho's undeniable charm among the female workforce, initially declaring with defiance that she wouldn't grace the party with her presence. However, her resolve eventually melts away, and she finds herself part of the festivities. The welcome party unfolds as a triumph, with Gyeong-hwa and the team leader exchanging heartfelt apologies, thereby mending their frayed bond.
As the merriment winds down, a tipsy Ji-yun mysteriously disappears, prompting Mi-ae to enlighten Eun-ho about Ji-yun's quirky habit of seeking solace in her office when under the influence. Eun-ho, armed with this knowledge, tracks her down to her room, where she lies slumbering peacefully. The episode concludes on a tantalizing note, with a sleep-deprived, intoxicated Ji-yun stirring from her slumber in the dead of night, her lips inching closer to Eun-ho's in a drunken bid for intimacy.
