An uninvited guest visits Keum-bo’s dorm in Undercover Miss Hong episode 5. Keum-bo also rushes to find Yehppee.
Undercover Miss Hong episode 5 aired on January 31 via Netflix. This episode, titled Ready or Not, Here I Come, centers on Keum-bo and her dormmates as they discover an uninvited guest. Keum-bo also tries to identify the suspect behind the anonymous Yehppee.
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An Unwanted Guest in Undercover Miss Hong Episode 5
Undercover Miss Hong episode 5 begins with the women returning to their dorm and panicking when they see the room in complete disarray. Thinking an intruder broke in, Jang-Mi grabs an abacus to defend herself.
However, she quickly stops when she realizes the “intruder” is just a young girl. Soon, the truth comes out that Mi-Sook is a single mother, and the child, Bom, is her daughter. Bom has been living in a children’s home, but she secretly visits her mother at the dorm.
Although Bom is sweet and clever, her presence creates a serious problem. She sneaks in and out easily and even takes chocolates from the fridge. Because of this, Jang-Mi firmly warns Mi-Sook that Bom cannot stay there.
She reminds her that dorm rules are strict, and breaking them could ruin their jobs. As a result, she gives Mi-Sook a deadline to send Bom back.
Secrets and an Unexpected Deal
Later in Undercover Miss Hong episode 5, things get worse when Bom returns to the dorm soaked in water while Jang-Mi is away. Mi-Sook scolds her, which makes Bom cry, and Eun-Jo also cries with her out of sympathy. Feeling guilty, the three decide to hide Bom in the dorm without telling Jang-Mi.
Unfortunately, their secret falls apart when Bom suddenly develops a high fever while alone. Thankfully, Jang-Mi finds her in time and rushes her to the hospital.
Because of this, Jang-Mi breaks curfew ander and faces punishment, but she still takes care of Bom kindly. Meanwhile, Bom quickly notices strange details and realizes Jang-Mi is older than she claims.
She even overhears the name Keum-Bo. With her secret at risk, Keum-Bo has no choice but to make a deal. In exchange for Bom’s silence, she allows the little girl to stay with her mother, proving she is softer than she appears.
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Chairman Kang Searches for the Whistleblower in Undercover Miss Hong Episode 5
Elsewhere in Undercover Miss Hong episode 5, Chairman Kang grows more suspicious that someone inside Hanmin is working against him. Because of this, he orders Oh to find the whistleblower as soon as possible.
Oh focuses on the main suspects, known as So-Bang-Cha, the three leaders of Hanmin’s biggest teams. However, despite his efforts, he fails to find any solid proof.
At the same time, Song Ju-Ran sees this as her chance to earn a promotion, so she also begins her own search to impress Kang.
Soon, Ju-Ran discovers photos of Myeong-Hwi meeting with Keum-Bo. Although the images do not clearly show Keum-Bo’s face, Ju-Ran still reports it to Kang.
She also informs him that Keum-Bo has already been transferred to another office and may never return. Because of this, Kang temporarily stops focusing on her and continues looking for other suspects.
Keum-Bo Gets Closer to the Truth While Ju-Ran Grows Suspicious
Meanwhile, Jang-Mi, who is actually Keum-Bo, moves forward with her own mission. She convinces Yong-Gi to hack into Cha’s computer to search for clues. Through this, she overhears a conversation about the Outstanding Women Employee Club involving Cha and Ju-Ran.
As a result, Keum-Bo realizes this group may be connected to the corruption. However, she still does not know how far Ju-Ran is willing to go to protect her ambitions.
At the same time, Keum-Bo’s disguise begins to raise doubts. Several people notice how much Jang-Mi looks like Keum-Bo. Ju-Ran even directly asks if she has a sister, but she gets distracted before digging deeper.
Still curious, Ju-Ran orders Bok-Hee to investigate Jang-Mi’s background. Bok-Hee reports that Jang-Mi is an only child, but she continues checking on her own. Eventually, she discovers records about a sister and a troubled past, which brings Keum-Bo’s secret closer to being exposed.
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Undercover Miss Hong Episode 5 Review
Episode 5 of Undercover Miss Hong raises the stakes as Chairman Kang begins hunting for the whistleblower inside Hanmin. His growing paranoia creates a tense atmosphere, especially as both Oh and Song Ju-Ran race to uncover the truth for their own reasons.
Ju-Ran’s discovery of Keum-Bo’s past connection to Myeong-Hwi adds another layer of danger, even if the evidence remains incomplete. This part of the episode highlights how power and ambition drive people to betray and suspect each other without hesitation.
At the same time, Keum-Bo moves closer to exposing the corruption by secretly hacking Cha’s computer and uncovering clues about a suspicious internal group. However, her biggest threat is no longer just the slush fund but her fragile disguise, as more people begin to notice her resemblance to her real identity.
Ju-Ran’s investigation, along with Bok-Hee’s growing curiosity, creates a constant risk of exposure. The episode balances suspense and intrigue well, showing that Keum-Bo’s mission is becoming more dangerous as enemies close in from every direction.
Catch the next episode on February 1 via Netflix. The series airs at 9:10 PM (KST) and 8:10 PM (PHT) every Saturday and Sunday.
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