What Is The Plot Of “My Dearest Nemesis” K-Drama?

Ever had a past mistake come back to haunt you in the most dramatic way possible? No? Well, Baek Su Jeong has, and it’s about to turn her world upside down. My Dearest Nemesis isn’t just another K-drama—it’s an emotional battlefield wrapped in romance, revenge, and ridiculous workplace tension.

Imagine thinking you left a cringeworthy teenage mishap behind, only to have it show up 16 years later as your boss. That’s right, Su Jeong’s past mistake, Ban Ju Yeon, isn’t just back—he’s in charge.

And let’s just say, he hasn’t forgotten a thing.

Cue the slow-burn romance, the sharp banter, and enough tension to power the entire Seoul skyline. This is not just a love story—it’s a war of egos, fate, and unspoken feelings.

And trust me, you won’t want to miss a second of it.

Digital Romance … Or Online Love Gone Wrong?

Let’s take a trip down memory lane. Picture high school me—I mean, high school Baek Su Jeong (Moon Ga-young), a girl who believed she had met her soulmate online.

Maybe you’ve been there, deep in conversation with someone over a game, convinced that you’re spiritually connected through pixelated battles. Su Jeong thought the same. She spent nights talking to a mysterious gamer named Black Dragon, her digital knight in shining armor.

Their connection was real, okay? So real, they planned to meet in person.

And then—BAM! Catastrophic disappointment.

Turns out, Black Dragon wasn’t the suave, mature dreamboat she envisioned. No. He was Ban Ju Yeon (Choi Hyun-wook), a 15-year-old middle schooler.

A literal child. The horror. The betrayal. The sheer, unrelenting cringe.

If that had been me? I would have deleted my entire existence and fled the country.

Su Jeong’s embarrassment was so severe, she practically filed it away in a mental vault labeled Never Speak of This Again. And she swore—absolutely swore—that she would never, ever see him again.

Su Jeong’s embarrassment was so severe, she practically filed it away in a mental vault labeled Never Speak of This Again. And she swore—absolutely swore—that she would never, ever see him again.

16 Years Later … And Fate Is Laughing

Su Jeong is now a highly skilled planner at Yongseong Department Store, climbing the corporate ladder like the capable queen she is.

She’s got her life together (or so she thought), until fate decides to serve up an ice-cold dish of karma.

Ban Ju Yeon is back. And he’s not just back—he’s her new boss.

Yes, you read that right. The same Ban Ju Yeon she ghosted 16 years ago is now the cool, unshakable head of strategic planning and the heir to the entire department store empire.

He’s in charge. He’s confident. And worst of all? He seems to remember everything. Meanwhile, Su Jeong is experiencing a full-blown existential crisis.

I mean, wouldn’t you?

Ju Yeon? Oh, he’s thriving. Watching Su Jeong squirm under his authority is his new favorite pastime.

And if there’s one thing this man enjoys, it’s pushing her buttons just enough to drive her up the wall while staying completely composed himself. (Sir, do you like chaos? Be honest.)

Office Drama, Power Plays, And Sparks Flying

Put two people with an unresolved past in the same office, and what do you get? Absolute chaos. And in a Korean corporate setting, where hierarchy and workplace etiquette practically function as unspoken laws, things get even spicier.

Baek Su Jeong isn’t just navigating office politics—she’s walking a tightrope. In South Korea’s rigid corporate world, seniority and hierarchy matter.

Calling out your boss? A risky move.

Holding a grudge against him while trying to climb the corporate ladder? That’s practically workplace suicide.

But Su Jeong is determined. She’s got nunchi—the ability to read the room, a crucial skill in Korean professional settings—and she knows exactly how to push Ju Yeon’s buttons without outright rebellion.

But Su Jeong is determined. She’s got nunchi—the ability to read the room, a crucial skill in Korean professional settings—and she knows exactly how to push Ju Yeon’s buttons without outright rebellion.

Meanwhile, Ju Yeon, the chaebol heir with enough power to make or break careers, is playing this like a game of baduk (Korean chess). Every interaction is a carefully planned move, designed to keep Su Jeong guessing.

But even he isn’t immune to the tension. In Korea, respect is everything, but so is the fine line between rivalry and something more.

Every interaction crackles with energy. From tense team meetings to after-hours work dinners where social drinking is an unspoken expectation (hello, soju-fueled confessions), every moment adds fuel to the fire.

Because in Korea, work isn’t just about work—it’s about relationships, power, and knowing when to bow…and when to fight back.

One thing’s for sure—this isn’t just office drama. It’s a high-stakes game of power, pride, and just maybe … love.

Will They Kiss Or Kill Each Other?

That’s the million-won question, isn’t it? With all the history, grudges, and undeniable chemistry, will these two ever drop their defenses and admit the obvious? Or will their pride (and a very inconvenient workplace hierarchy) keep them apart?

The answer is locked behind 12 episodes of pure K-drama goodness, and you better believe I’ll be glued to my screen, waiting for every slow-motion stare and accidental hand touch.

If you loved Business Proposal, What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim, or Love to Hate You, then My Dearest Nemesis is coming for your heart next.

Are you ready for the ultimate enemies-to-lovers showdown? Grab your snacks, prepare for emotional damage, and let’s go!

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