Gimbap and Onigiri Episode 7

Reunions

When Rin was in mope mode I didn’t sympathize. She did the breakup. Taiga stopped cooking fusion Korean dishes because he was sad his taste tester wasn’t around. He had to make the soup for event and his mentor pushed him to deliver some to Rin. She’s trying to find what she wants to create and all she sees is a mess. Her senior spends time with her but realizes she will not see him more than family. He recognizes he’s her safety net in Japan and she needs him to stay in that role. When he swapped the bags of food I wasn’t mad at him. Tbh I didn’t think Rin deserved it. At the class reunion, Taiga sees his classmates no longer compare him with running status. Once competition removed, friendships could happen. I am glad his ex was truthful in her intentions, but I’m also glad he saw that as opportunity to understand Rin better rather than rekindle feelings for ex. I find myself not really liking her for him. I think she is still more status oriented than Taiga would ever want to be. I am glad senior sings much better than Rin. It was bittersweet that it was his farewell song to her, but now he will be available for Taiga’s friend. Senior swapped back to Taiga’s food delivery but added a note. I found myself pleased at this action. He needs somebody more grown up than Rin. At the event, Taiga interacts with the athletes about nutrition and good taste. Mr Sakumoto liked the soup and was curious it was based on Korean recipe. This seems a very good possibility for Taiga to interact with athletes from a different perspective. Rin has also received an internship from a company. Maybe this will give her a clue about what she wants to create. I loved the ending brought them better understanding on their own terms. Each recognized where they disappointed the other and want to try again. I am surprised I am truly happy with this outcome for them. I was so annoyed with Rin that I wasn’t sure she could change my mind. She is maturing and taking responsibility for her insecurities and frustrations with work. He understands she needs support from him in a more timely fashion. His ex made him see that prompt and direct communication prevents misunderstandings and he ran to Rin to clarify things. This ending was a very sweet reunion for them. 🥰

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