In the latest episode, Do Ra-Ik finds the box of fan memorabilia that confirms his lawyer, Maeng Se-Na, is his most devoted follower, ending an episode packed with confrontations and new clues. The sixth episode of the legal mystery drama Idol I saw the fragile trust between the accused idol and his attorney tested not just by the case, but by personal revelations. As the investigation into the murder of Woo-Sung continues, old relationships resurface and new betrayals come to light, shifting the dynamics between every character.
The episode, which first aired on Monday, January 6, 2026, delivered major story developments. Ra-Ik confronted his ex-girlfriend and his own mother, faced his accuser in a joint interrogation, and received crucial support from an unexpected ally. All of this built towards the final, quiet moment where a simple actโsearching for rice in Se-Na’s atticโled to a discovery that could change everything between them.
Hye-Joo Confronts Ra-Ik About Their Past
The episode’s tension began with a visit from Hong Hye-Joo, Ra-Ik’s ex-girlfriend. Finding Ra-Ik living with Se-Na, Hye-Joo questioned their relationship and confronted Ra-Ik directly. She expressed confusion and hurt, stating that she had left him in the past because she felt she was hurting him, and now believed he needed her support again.
Ra-Ik’s response was firm and final. He shut down her attempts at reconciliation, making it clear he does not need her. He stated that Se-Na is the only person holding him together during this difficult time. In a flashback, viewers saw more of their troubled past. Hye-Joo blamed Ra-Ik for her own actions, claiming she “became this way because of him,” and accused him of leaving her behind by never publicly acknowledging their relationship. Despite the tense exchange with Ra-Ik, Hye-Joo later met with Se-Na privately. She offered help through a powerful law firm connected to her wealthy family. Se-Na politely declined the offer but said she would reach out if needed, choosing to handle the case independently for now.
The Interrogation and a Mother’s Betrayal
The legal case took a significant turn during a tense face-to-face interrogation between Ra-Ik and his bandmate, Jae-Hee. Against Se-Na’s advice to stay calm, Ra-Ik became defensive as Jae-Hee laid out a new accusation. Jae-Hee claimed that on the night of the murder, he told Woo-Sung that Ra-Ik was secretly planning to leave their group, Gold Boys, by signing a contract with a rival agency. He alleged that Woo-Sung then went to confront Ra-Ik about this betrayal, leading to the fatal incident.
โJae-hee reveals that on the night of the murder, he told Woo-seong about the contract Ra-Ik was allegedly going to sign with another company.โ – Recap of the interrogation
The prosecution presented a critical piece of evidence: a large sum of money had been wired to the bank account of Ra-Ik’s mother. Stunned, Ra-Ik and Se-Na immediately went to confront his mother. She admitted to forging his signature on a contract and taking the money for herself. She showed no remorse, telling Ra-Ik she deserved the money for raising him and even suggested he should confess to the murder to get a shorter prison sentence. This shocking betrayal from his own family left Ra-Ik feeling completely alone and uncared for.
A Fan’s Gift and a Boss’s Support
Seeing Ra-Ik’s despair, Se-Na took him to a special location to lift his spirits. She showed him a large billboard that fans of Gold Boys had paid for. The billboard played a video tribute celebrating the history of the group and the friendship between Ra-Ik and Woo-Sung. The message from fans, that they still believed in and loved him, moved Ra-Ik to tears and gave him a renewed sense of strength.
Meanwhile, Se-Na faced pressure within her own law firm. Because the firm also represented Jae-Hee, there was a conflict of interest, and senior figures urged her to drop Ra-Ik as a client. Se-Na refused, stating she was willing to leave the firm rather than abandon him. She met with the firm’s owner, who recognized her dedication. He noted that Se-Na saw Ra-Ik as someone unheard and misunderstood, much like her own father had been in the past. He promised her his full support, allowing her to continue defending Ra-Ik.
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Growing Closeness and a Fateful Discovery
With the external pressures mounting, Ra-Ik and Se-Na grew closer in private moments. Ra-Ik opened up about his feelings of isolation, explaining that while fans love his idol persona, no one truly sees or cares about the real person behind it. Se-Na offered him reassurance and comfort.
In a particularly tender scene, Ra-Ik played the piano for Se-Na after learning that his music had helped her through difficult times in her past. He later asked about her hobbies and favorite foods, learning she loves gimbap (Korean rice rolls). Wanting to do something kind for her, Ra-Ik decided to make gimbap himself. While searching for rice in Se-Na’s attic, he stumbled upon a box of her old belongings. Inside, he found a collection of childhood items, photos, and awards.
Then, he discovered the truth: the box was filled with fan merchandise dedicated to himโphotobooks, albums, and other memorabilia. The episode ended on this cliffhanger, with Ra-Ik sitting on the floor surrounded by the scattered items, utterly devastated. When Se-Na returned home, he looked at her and asked for an explanation. This revelation directly exposed the secret Se-Na had guarded so closely: that she is not just his lawyer, but his longtime, most devoted fan.
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