Heartbroken, Min-woo leaves for Italy to study architecture, trying to escape his painful memories. Several years later, he returns to Korea. Meanwhile, Hye-won has fully recovered and is now working as a vibrant florist, engaged to her kind and caring childhood friend, Park Jung-jae.

As they fall in love, the drama explores the complex emotional, ethical, and spiritual ramifications of their connection. Hae-won begins to feel inexplicable emotional reactions—a pounding heart—whenever she is near Min-woo, leading to a deep psychological and romantic dilemma. Why "Summer Scent Dramacool" Searches Are Still Popular

While "Summer Scent" initially faced stiff competition from the popular drama "Attic Cat" and had modest ratings in the low-to-mid teens during its run, it has since been reassessed as an underrated gem. It has gained a cult following over the years, with many considering it the happiest and most visually beautiful among the famously tragic "Endless Love" series. It’s a melodrama that is less about makjang (over-the-top plot twists) and more about exploring deep moral and emotional questions.

"Summer Scent" is not just a story; it's a mood piece. This is where the drama truly shines and why it is considered by many to be the most visually striking of the "Endless Love" series.