Maewnam’s act of love for Wan became the reason for their breakup, while Tonnam and Chompoo struggled with Chompoo’s mother.
Whale Store XOXO episode 8, which aired on August 13, 2025, delivered heartbreaking scenes, from Wan and Maewnam to Chompoo and Tonnam. Struggling financially, Maewnam tried to help Wan, but his mother interfered.
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The Growing Sales of Wan’s Grocery Store in Whale Store XOXO Episode 8
Episode 8 opened with Wan’s store attracting more customers thanks to Som’s videos. In the previous episode, the store was already swarming with customers.
To assist Wan, Maewnam stayed at the store to help serve them. Most customers wanted a video or photo with Som—a unique marketing strategy that worked surprisingly well.
However, the scene then shifted to Maewnam’s mother and stepfather. Her stepfather found Som’s videos cute, but Maewnam’s mother doubted their long-term success.
She believed that while customers were swarming now, eventually they would lose interest.
Wan and Mhanmook’s Past Is Revealed
Wan soon discovered that their boost in customers wasn’t only due to Som’s videos—it was also thanks to Mhanmook.
Mhanmook turned out to be a famous influencer, and sharing Som’s videos on her social media attracted even more customers.
When Wan told Maewnam, she expressed her dislike for Mhanmook’s help. She then explained why: back in their university days, Mhanmook and Wan had a good relationship until Wan was accused of plagiarizing Mhanmook’s thesis.
This caused a falling-out, and Mhanmook decided to move to Japan, believing Wan was holding her back.
Because of that history, Wan refused to accept help from her. Maewnam, however, suggested that maybe Mhanmook’s intentions were genuine and came from guilt over the past.
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Chompoo and Tonnam Struggle with Chompoo’s Mother
After Chompoo revealed to her mother that she was dating Tonnam, her mother treated them both with cold silence—as if they didn’t exist.
Tonnam blamed herself, but Chompoo reassured her it wasn’t her fault. When the couple returned home, they found Som in their room, claiming she’d be sleeping there. Tonnam decided to sleep downstairs instead.
Later, Chompoo told her mother she couldn’t avoid her forever—warning that if she did, Chompoo might leave too.
Som’s behavior after learning about their relationship felt immature, but perhaps she was still in shock. Still, her actions were hurting both her daughter and Tonnam.
This led Tonnam to leave the house, hoping it might prompt Som to speak to Chompoo again.
Maewnam to the Rescue—Helping Wan Once Again
After Som scratched a child, Wan had to compensate the family, losing money and struggling again financially.
Kung visited the store to repay a debt but refused to buy anything, explaining that Mouse Mart’s prices were much cheaper.
Wan felt discouraged and began overthinking. When Maewnam arrived, she saw a bank letter and learned Wan hadn’t paid in two months.
Maewnam decided to lend her money from her savings, telling Wan she could pay back anytime. Wan truly was lucky to have such a caring girlfriend.
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Maewnam’s Mother Interferes in Their Relationship
Maewnam’s mother called Wan to meet—without telling Maewnam. When Wan arrived, she was belittled about her store and told it wouldn’t last. Maewnam’s mother even suggested Wan “go back to where she used to be” and warned her not to drag Maewnam down.
Later, Wan confronted Maewnam about the money, learning it wasn’t from savings but from her PhD tuition. Maewnam explained she didn’t want the PhD and only wanted to help, but Wan was upset.
She returned Maewnam’s whistle, telling her she didn’t want her help anymore. It was direct, painful, and devastating.
The most heartbreaking moment came when Maewnam blew the whistle multiple times, hoping Wan would come back—but she didn’t even look back.
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Episode 9 Preview and Other Details
With only two episodes left, episode 9 will show Maewnam and Wan struggling with their relationship, while Tonnam and Chompoo become more open about theirs. Even with conflict between them, Maewnam will still try to find ways to help Wan.
Whale Store XOXO episode 9 will be available on August 20, 2025, on Netflix and GMMTV YouTube channel.
So, what do you think of this episode? Did you also feel the pain of the characters? If so, are you ready for the last two episodes?
Source: GMMTV, Whale Store XOXO
