The Manipulated Episodes 9 and 10 delivered shocking revelations that left K-drama fans stunned. The November 26 release on Disney+ answered burning questions about Yohan’s mysterious nanny while revealing whether Taejoong finally got his revenge on Do-kyung. Here’s everything that unfolded in these game-changing episodes.
Table of Contents
The Manipulated Episodes 9-10 Key Revelations
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Episode Release | November 26, 2025 |
| Nanny’s Identity | Yohan’s biological mother |
| Do-kyung’s Fate | Killed by truck crash, not Taejoong |
| Major Reveal | Yohan poured mercury in nanny’s eyes |
| Upcoming Episodes | 11-12 (Finale) on December 3, 2025 |
| Streaming Platform | Disney+ |
What Is Yohan’s Relationship With His Nanny?
The biggest bombshell dropped during the memorial dinner scene. While killing Yohan’s aunt, the nanny revealed she is actually Yohan’s biological mother—a fact even Yohan doesn’t know.
The backstory gets darker. As a child, Yohan once poured mercury into her eyes, causing her permanent blindness. This explains her subservient role in his household and the twisted dynamic between them. She later massacres Yohan’s entire extended family during the memorial gathering, staging it as a fire accident.
In Episode 10, we learn more about their shared mindset. Both Yohan and his biological mother struggle to understand why people help each other without ulterior motives, highlighting their similar sociopathic tendencies.
Did Taejoong Kill Do-kyung?
No. Despite Taejoong’s revenge plan, he wasn’t responsible for Do-kyung’s death. Do-kyung died when a truck crashed into his car—an accident rather than Taejoong’s doing.
Episode 9 showed Taejoong confronting Do-kyung at a yacht party, where he got restrained before Detective Hwang and Mr. Yang arrived. Mr. Noh and Eunbi rescued Taejoong, taking shelter at Han-byeol’s place in Busan. The episode ended with Taejoong preparing a rifle, but Do-kyung’s fate was sealed by an accident before any confrontation could happen.
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Episode 10’s Major Developments
Episode 10 escalated tensions dramatically. Yohan met with Congressman Baek, claiming Taejoong threatened Do-kyung. When the congressman sent assassins to eliminate Yohan, he killed them all with a sword, showcasing his deadly combat skills.
The episode revealed Yohan orchestrated his parents’ deaths to look like a fugitive’s crime, preventing them from donating their fortune to a temple. The finale ended ominously with Yohan burning photos of Mr. Noh and Eunbi—marking them as his next targets.
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Where to Watch
Stream The Manipulated exclusively on Disney+, with episodes releasing every Tuesday at 5 PM KST. The series finale (Episodes 11-12) drops December 3, 2025.
FAQs
Why did Yohan’s nanny kill his entire family?
Yohan orchestrated the family massacre to secure his inheritance. His parents planned to donate their wealth to a temple, which would have left him with nothing. The nanny, as his biological mother, carried out his wishes by slaughtering the relatives during the memorial dinner and staging it as a fire accident. This mirrors a real fugitive’s crime method that Yohan studied and replicated.
Will Taejoong and Yohan finally confront each other in the finale?
Almost certainly. With Do-kyung dead and all other obstacles removed, the stage is set for a direct face-off between Taejoong and Yohan. Episode 10 positioned them as archenemies with unfinished business. Yohan has now targeted Taejoong’s allies (Mr. Noh and Eunbi), which will force the final confrontation. The December 3 finale promises to resolve their deadly cat-and-mouse game.
