Kang Tae Bong, played by Lee Min Ki in Dalja’s Spring (2007), is a 27-year-old freelancer working for a proxy dating agency12. Initially hired by Oh Dal Ja to be her pretend boyfriend, Tae Bong soon develops genuine feelings for her12. Despite his seemingly carefree and debt-ridden lifestyle, Tae Bong comes from a wealthy family and gave up a promising career as a lawyer to pursue his dream of becoming a chef12. He has a frank and outspoken personality, but beneath his tough exterior lies a warm and nurturing nature