Episode 11 of "The Tale of Lady Ok" kicks off with Seung-hwi beams with joy, introducing himself to all with a newfound sense of identity as Yun-gyeom. Meanwhile, Do-gyeom treats Mi-ryeong with a chill that stems from his belief that her affections for him are absent, merely maintaining a semblance of warmth for their forthcoming bundle of joy.
Seung-hwi, now fully immersed in his role as Yun-gyeom, takes on household duties with earnest enthusiasm. Tae-young wonders if his fervor might falter, but he eagerly anticipates embodying the role of her husband. Kkeutdong is taken aback by the sudden addition of Man-seok to their fold, yet he refrains from inquiry. Instead, Man-seok charmingly flirts with Mak-sim, earning an annoyed glare from Dokki.
As Tae-young prepares for bed, she's startled to find Seung-hwi in her bedroom. Their playful banter escalates, with him asserting his husbandly privileges, only to be booted out by her, albeit finding the whole exchange amusing.
Madam Kim extends an invitation to Mi-ryeong to join Mother's Sanctuary, but Do-gyeom intercepts, fearing the gossip mill might wound her, justifying his stance as a protective measure for their unborn child. Misinterpreting his intentions, Mi-ryeong believes he seeks to isolate her.
On Tae-young's way to work, Seung-hwi offers her a pep talk, his intimate tone delighting the slaves while leaving Tae-young flushed with embarrassment. After she departs, Mak-sim, Man-seok, and Seung-hwi share a meal, where they inadvertently realize they all know of Tae-young's past.
Seung-hwi laments over the bedroom frolic gone awry, leading Man-seok and Mak-sim to surmise that Tae-young's secrecy might stem from a reluctance to bear heirs. Dokki, catching snippets of their whispered conversations, is perturbed by the mystery they hold.
The law firm is once more in full swing. Seung-hwi sends Tae-young tea and a letter apologising for rushing her in the bedroom. Meanwhile, Do-gyeom is overbearing, heating up Mi-ryeong’s room and reading poetry to the child. To deal with the heat, an annoyed Mi-ryeong takes off her outer clothing, shocking Do-gyeom.
That night, Seung-hwi walks Tae-young back home. He wants to hear about her day and offers to help her with her latest case. He is touched to learn she doesn’t take money from those who cannot afford it.
They arrive home to chaos. Man-seok has secretly poked a hole in Seung-hwi’s room and claims it will take a while to repair. Mak-sim suggests that the couple should share a bedroom. When Tae-young and Seung-hwi hesitate, Kkeutdong wonders why they are acting like a fake couple. This has them rushing to Tae-young’s bedroom. Seung-hwi learns that she has insomnia and reads his books to be comforted.
When she does fall asleep, she has a nightmare of Kim So-hye hurting her father and Seung-hwi comforts her. He narrates his very first story which is about them. She falls asleep while holding him.
In Hanyang, Kim So-hye is to be married off to Minister Bak. She blames Gu-deok for ruining her prospects and her father tells her to stop with her vengeance as they have wasted their money. So-hye refuses as she is constantly reminded of Gu-deok when she looks at her father’s scar.
Meanwhile, Seung-hwi wants to take the state exam. Turns out, the Magistrate position is empty and this is delaying Tae-young’s petitions. Studying was not his strongest suit and Do-gyeom and Tae-young offer to help. He, of course, chooses Tae-young and Do-gyeom wishes him luck. He finds out why as Tae-young sets up a rigorous schedule and is a super strict teacher.
Mak-sim and Man-seok joke about Seung-hwi but this just angers Dokki as he feels left out. He finds Man-seok’s Ssoedung identification and makes fun of him. But it backfires as Mak-sim scolds him for it.
Meanwhile, Madam Kim visits Madam Hong who is lamenting as she didn’t actually get elected as head of Mother’s Sanctuary. She also worries Slaver Ji may kill her and the fact that her son, Woong-yi is hanging out with courtesans instead of studying. To assure her, Scholar Cha reveals that Slaver Ji is dead.
It is So-hye and Bak’s wedding night. She is cold and calculative as she sees through his act. By marrying to the Kims, he now controls Hanyang. She doesn’t care and simply wants Gu-deok as her wedding gift.
Elsewhere, Tae-young spends time with Mi-ryeong who is unwell. Do-gyeom wants to check on Mi-ryeong but keeps his distance. He confides in Seung-hwi that he is scared that she may reject him so he is keeping her at arm’s length. Seung-hwi tells him it is better to love than to have regrets no matter if his love is not returned.
Suddenly, bounty hunters arrive and Tae-young is worried. If she and Seung-hwi are seen together, So-hye will recognise them. At the same time, Do-gyeom and Dokki cannot take it anymore and 3 confrontations take place. Dokki calls out Mak-sim for ignoring him since Man-seok arrived. In response, she asks what their relationship is.
Next, Do-gyeom asks Mi-ryeong if she loves him. She knows that whatever she says, he won’t believe her. So, she doesn’t try.
As for Tae-young, she lashes out at Seung-hwi and claims she is better off on her own. He storms off and she regrets it as she runs after him. He is talking to the bounty hunters and she tries to fight them off. He stops her as he hired them to look for her father. He had an appointment with them which is why he left mid-conversation.
In the closing moments of Episode 11 of "The Tale of Lady Ok," she pours out her heart, admitting that she feared he had deserted her forever. With unwavering certainty, he reassures her that come what may, he will remain steadfast by her side. She thenpleadingly requests him to stay, and in a tender moment, they embrace tightly, drawing comfort from each other's warmth.
