Between Steps (2026)

1. Episode 1

Oct 5, 2026 · 1h 10m

On his way back to school after a routine medical check-up, an anxious Minjae has a brief encounter with a stranger, Youjin, on the subway. They attend the same university but part ways without knowing each other's names. Meanwhile, exhausted by their research, Minjae and his lab partners create bucket lists to regain their energy. Pretending to be indifferent, Minjae secretly adds "start dating" to his list. He resolves to confess his feelings to his long-time crush. However, just as he is about to do so, he runs into Youjin and gets swept up in an unexpected incident.

2. Episode 2

Oct 6, 2026

Youjin resolves to pursue a master's degree in robotics and asks Minjae for help, but Minjae considers it a reckless choice. To make matters worse, his leg begins showing signs of trouble. While touring the lab thanks to Minjae's lab partners, Youjin causes a major accident. Overwhelmed by anxiety that he has desperately tried to suppress, Minjae finally snaps. Despite his strong opposition, Youjin becomes captivated by the world of robotics. Can Youjin successfully make her way into the robotics lab?

3. Episode 3

Oct 12, 2026

From her very first day at the robotics lab, Youjin constantly clashes with her peer, Sejin. Sidelined with no real responsibilities, she grows anxious that she is falling behind. Although Minjae is conscious of Youjin after what happened on the night of the welcome party, he intentionally keeps his distance. To Youjin, however, his behavior feels cold and indifferent. Her pent-up frustration eventually boils over. Meanwhile, Seohyun, an original lab member and Minjae's first love, leads the entire group to a place called "Dieland."

4. Episode 4

Oct 13, 2026

After learning something unexpected about Minjae, Youjin can no longer brush off her growing feelings for him. Minjae tries to act unfazed, yet he is just as aware of her, creating a strange tension between them. Meanwhile, when Sejin spots Minjae meeting with a mysterious woman, the lab instantly erupts into wild speculation. Caught up in misunderstandings and jealousy, Youjin decides to make a bold move of her own. Will Minjae take the bait?

5. Episode 5

Oct 19, 2026

6. Episode 6

Oct 20, 2026

7. Episode 7

Oct 26, 2026

8. Episode 8

Oct 27, 2026

9. Episode 9

Nov 2, 2026

10. Episode 10

Nov 3, 2026

11. Episode 11

Nov 9, 2026

12. Episode 12

Nov 10, 2026