The latest episode of the popular Vietnamese TV series, Khong Thoi Gian, is set to air on December 23, 2024, at 21:00 on VTV1. This episode, titled Episode 17, will explore the emotional dynamics between family members against the backdrop of personal aspirations.
Central to this week's episode is Mr. Cuong (played by NSND Trung Anh), who pays a visit to his son Hùng (Duy Khánh) at his workplace after several months apart. During this visit, tension surfaces as Mr. Cuong expresses his frustration with Hùng's neglect of family ties. "Anh không về nhà cũng gần 3 tháng rồi đấy," Mr. Cuong remarks, reminding Hùng of his long absence from home. Hùng, who has been busy with work, especially with rescue missions recently, responds defensively: "Bố cũng biết công việc của con rất bận. Đợt vừa rồi, con tham gia cứu hộ cứu nạn nên không về được."
This exchange highlights not just the pressures of Hùng's job but also generational expectations. Mr. Cuong, feeling the weight of aging and longing for closeness, insists, "Anh bận, tôi già, rảnh rỗi nên lên thăm anh là hợp lý quá còn gì. Tôi sắp chết rồi, phải lên một lần cho biết con mình sống thế nào, công tác ra sao?" His frustration seems to be compounded by rumors he has heard about Hùng’s romantic life, indicating he feels out of the loop on both personal and familial fronts.
Meanwhile, the subplot weaves through Hạnh's (Yến My) interactions with Teacher Tam (Lê Bống), where youthful inquiries about love and attraction surface. Hạnh questions Teacher Tam about why she hasn't reciprocated the advances of Tài (Chí Nhân), who has been pursuing her for quite some time. "Anh Tài theo đuổi chị lâu rồi, sao chị không thích? Anh ấy tốt mà, không có gì để chê," Hạnh pushes for answers, trying to understand the dynamics of attraction and relationships among her peers.
Teacher Tam counters with her feelings, saying, "Chị cũng thấy anh Tài chẳng có điểm gì để chê cả. Anh ấy rất tốt nhưng chị chẳng thấy rung rinh gì cả." This conversation not only reflects teenage curiosity but also provides insight on how personal feelings can be difficult to articulate even among adults. Hạnh then teasingly suggests, "Kiểu như nào chị mới rung rinh, kiểu như thủ trưởng Đại à?" which hints at Teacher Tam’s feelings possibly being more complex than initially revealed.
Returning to Mr. Cuong’s visit, the plot thickens as he inadvertently encounters Hạnh’s older sister, Nhớ (Kim Huyền), at Hạnh's home. His surprise is evident when he sees certain photographs hanging on her wall, which prompts viewers to speculate what hidden truths might come to light about Hùng's relationship with Hạnh.
The episode promises to be an emotional rollercoaster as it delves deep not only through Hùng's strained relationship with his father but also explores the budding romances of the younger generation. Fans of the show eagerly await seeing how these relationships evolve and the potential surprises Mr. Cuong might discover about his son’s life.
Watch Episode 17 of Khong Thoi Gian tonight at 21:00 on VTV1. For those who can't catch it live, it will be available online through various platforms including VTVGo and other streaming services. Don’t miss out on the chance to see how these character dynamics continue to develop!
