Starring Kim TaeRi (as Na HeeDo), Nam JooHyuk (as Baek YiJin), WJSN’s Bona (as Ko YuRim), Choi HyunWook (as Moon JiWoong), and Lee JuMyoung (as Ji SeungWan), the cast embodied youth and the free-spiritedness that comes with it. Their chemistry was heartfelt and we grew to love the onscreen characters through their different friendships. In fact, you can take a quiz below to find out which character would most likely be your friend. One duo that especially grew on viewers was Na HeeDo and Ko YuRim. In the end, despite everything, the two became ultimate friendship goals. Check out this list of moments when they tugged at our heartstrings. QUIZ: Which Character From Twenty-Five Twenty-One Would Be Your Best Friend? QUIZZES|Mar 11, 2022 Note: This article contains spoilers for the entire series!
1. The umbrella scene
The umbrella scene started it all. Even if the two of them were unaware of it. Watching HeeDo look out for YuRim when she was having a hard time gave us hope for what the two could become later in the series. It foreshadowed the caring type of friendship that they would have.
2. YuRim’s apology
When Ko YuRim and Na HeeDo reconciled it definitely made most viewers shed a tear or two. Especially when Na HeeDo told her that everything is okay as long as YuRim makes her one promise; that she won’t dive anymore. The fact that despite how YuRim treated her, she was still concerned about her well-being was truly melancholic but heartwarming.
3. When they were taking care of each other during training
Some of the most special moments that made them friendship goals were the feel-good moments when they took care of each other. For example, when they bickered about who should have the fan facing them. It was hilarious because Baek YiJin was so flustered by their sudden kindness to each other throughout the entire episode. They also made us smile with their new dynamic.
4. When HeeDo saved YuRim from the press
After the news broke about Ko YuRim leaving for Russia and she was being cornered by the press, Na HeeDo went to save her. Creating a distraction, HeeDo got YuRim out of a sticky situation. This scene displayed their loyalty to each other and protecting one another. It was truly heartfelt. And, of course, the photoshoot after that was adorable too.
5. Their farewell at the airport
Just before YuRim was about to leave for Russia, HeeDo told her that she was happy during every moment that they shared together. YuRim then said that they should continue to be happy in the future, too. The scene reflected the hopes of many fans and viewers who hoped for their happiness along with them.
6. Their hug after the Madrid match
Not only was the fencing match intense to watch, but the exchange between HeeDo and YuRim afterward was heartrending. This had to be the most emotional moment between the two throughout the series. One can’t even imagine how intense the emotions they both felt as characters were. HeeDo even said it herself. The scene was so raw and authentic that you found yourself holding your breath. As athletes, as teammates, as rivals, as friends, feeling one thousand emotions at one time, they showed us how layered and deep their relationship is.
7. HeeDo’s retirement speech
When HeeDo retired from fencing she mentioned that the happiest part of her career was being able to become Ko YuRim’s rival. She made her speech not knowing that YuRim had come to see her and bring her flowers. Unexpectedly, YuRim also shouted out that her best moment was when they became rivals. Sharing the honor of having fenced together, they shared a warm embrace. It was a beautiful moment solidifying the huge roles they each played in each other’s careers and lives. Which Na HeeDo and Ko YuRim moment was your favorite? What did you think of “Twenty-Five Twenty-One”? Let us know in the comments.
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