“Iron Family” Episodes 21 & 22 Recap

Here are the highlights of episodes 21 & 22 of “Iron Family”.

“Iron Family” Episodes 21 & 22 Recap:

Gang Ju seeks an opportunity to enter the vacant house to recover the money his mother desperately longs for. Just as he is about to lift the bed to retrieve it, Da Rim arrives home and mistakes him for a burglar. When Gang Ju confesses his identity and explains the situation—that her mother and grandparents stole the money from his mother Ji Yeon, unknowingly — Da Rim is utterly shocked.
Da Rim, speechless, drops to her knees and begs Gang Ju to delay taking the money. She pleads, explaining that her grandparents might collapse upon discovering it missing. She promises to ensure all the money is returned but asks for more time. Reluctantly, Gang Ju leaves empty-handed.
Da Rim is left in tears, grappling with mixed emotions toward her grandparents and her mom. She understands they acted out of desperation to help her regain her eyesight, yet she cannot suppress her resentment for their actions against Gang Ju’s family. Despite their intentions, they had no idea the money belonged to Ji Yeon.
Tae Woong’s mother has passed away, and despite his unresolved anger toward her, he visits to grieve. At the funeral, he encounters Seung Don, and the two exchange cold looks. A stranger hands Seung Don a farewell letter from his past lover, urging him to care for Tae Woong. Despite her previous betrayal—publicly sabotaging Gang Ju’s reputation to secure an advantage for Tae Woong—he remained ethical and refused to accept the benefits. Seung Don, moved by the letter, begins to soften toward Tae Woong and shares it with him.
Da Rim later breaks down, apologizing to Gang Ju for the actions of her grandparents and mother, who wronged his family in an effort to save her eyesight. Since then, she has been plagued by nightmares, fearing that her family might face arrest at the hands of Mu Rim, her older brother who is a police officer.
Da Rim takes the money herself and returns it to Ji Yeon who is currently staying at a hotel with Gang Ju as a temporary home after her divorce with Seung Don. Da Rim is determined to face whatever consequences that might occur after returning the money. Gang Ju tries to stop her but it’s too late.
Determined to make things right, Da Rim takes the stolen money and returns it to Ji Yeon, who is staying at a hotel with Gang Ju after her divorce from Seung Don. Despite Gang Ju’s attempts to stop her, Da Rim is resolute. She knows the consequences but is ready to face them. When Da Rim arrives at Ji Yeon’s place to return the money, Gang Ju intervenes. He diverts the conversation, making Ji Yeon believe Da Rim’s visit is to confess their romantic relationship, effectively hiding the truth.
Bong Hee tries to bridge the gap between Seung Don and Tae Woong. Though challenging, she holds hope that they will eventually realize they need each other.
One day, Da Rim’s grandfather discovers the money missing from under the bed. Overcome with shock, he collapses, prompting Da Rim to call for help.
When Gang Ju visits Da Rim’s house, he notices the lifted bed and immediately understands why her grandfather was taken to the ER. At the hospital, he finds Da Rim distraught. She explains that her grandfather discovered the missing money before she had a chance to confess that she had taken the money to return to Ji Yeon. Overwhelmed with guilt, Da Rim fears her grandfather might not survive the night.

“Iron Family” Episode 23 Trailer Breakdown:

Gang Ju learns that Tae Woong and Seung Don have grown closer, which fuels his determination to prove to Seung Don that he is worthy of being his son. Gang Ju resolves to do whatever it takes to win Seung Don’s approval.
Fortunately, Da Rim’s grandfather regains consciousness and, to everyone’s relief, his primary concern is Da Rim’s well-being. He expresses his gratitude that she is safe and still has her eyesight, which is all that truly matters to him.