Season 1 Plot
Jung Ha-ram, a new hire at a production company, falls in love with his team leader Seo Yi-joon, at first sight. Ha-ram, who is used to getting all the attention, is surprised to find out that Yi-joon is not easily swayed and is busy planning a reality dating show. Will the smart and introverted Yi-joon learn to accept the enthusiastic and straightforward Ha-ram both in the workplace and in love? The back-and-forth battle between the two begins to quietly play out in the office…
Love Mate Season 1 aired on May 4th, 2023.
Season 1 Episodes
1. Episode 1
Yi Jun is upset when the new hire at his company Ha Ram questions the content of his project during a presentation.
2. Episode 2
Ha Ram starts to make advances, but the cold and distant Yi Jun who doesn't care for love, remains unimpressed.
3. Episode 3
Yi Jun keeps using dating apps for work-related purposes, but it's through one of these apps that he makes an unexpected match.
4. Episode 4
After Ha Ram tells Yi Jun the reason why he likes him, Yi Jun finally shares his previous negative experiences.
5. Episode 5
Ha Ram and Yi Jun decide to become "date mates," and set up ground rules for their relationship.
6. Episode 6
Yi Jun's proposal is extremely successful, and it attracts a handsome model who wants to participate.
7. Episode 7
Yi Jun's ex, who hurt him deeply in the past, shows up, which makes Yi Jun depressed, and Ha Ram also realizes something is amiss.
8. Episode 8
Ha Ram and Yi Jun are about to end their date mate relationship, will they move on to the next stage together?