I get what you mean — from his own perspective, his actions might feel justified, but looking at the bigger…
That’s a really interesting point — SOKP definitely flipped the usual dynamic we see in most cdramas. Now that you mention it, I can see some parallels between both leads there and the ones in Love in the Clouds, especially in how they all operate in moral grey zones.
You’re absolutely right about how we, as viewers, come in with a kind of built-in bias. We already know who the FL will end up with, so our empathy automatically leans toward the main leads, while the second male lead’s choices — no matter how emotionally driven — get filtered through that inevitability. It’s a fascinating reflection of human behavior: to protect our own emotional investment, we subconsciously minimize the second lead’s perspective.
In Love in the Clouds, though, I think that bias still holds up logically. Both main leads have endured enormous pain, but what separates them is their ability to remain self-aware despite it. They’re scarred, yes, but they both still understand boundaries — JBZ exposes villains through justice rather than blind vengeance, while MY, despite her trauma, still clings to fairness and reason, even admitting she’d face him head-on in a fair duel if he truly had poisoned her. That sense of restraint and accountability defines them as leads.
The SML, on the other hand, even with also a tragic backstory, began from a place of genuine affection and good intentions, but his inability to process rejection twisted those motives into obsession. Each decision he makes — feels like a deliberate step away from empathy and toward self-righteousness. His pain doesn’t excuse his choices; it only makes his downfall more tragic. In that sense, he represents what happens when love becomes entitlement and grief becomes justification. I still hope they will turn his storyline around though.
And as for the FL hate — completely agree. It’s wild how people flatten such layered characters into “right” or “wrong.” The story gives us all the context we need; it’s just easier for some to watch through a simplified lens rather than engage with the nuance.
Lol, personally I find his being sassy and cute phase absolutely irresistible, are there people hating that??!!
Haha dzaaam — that kind of take usually comes from watching without really reading between the lines. The story doesn’t exactly spoon-feed us (compared to other dramas), so it’s all about catching the subtext, which is a pretty obvious one. It does come off a bit biased against JBZ, which is fair — everyone’s got their own view. Mind-blowing to me, but oh well 😭
I get what you mean — from his own perspective, his actions might feel justified, but looking at the bigger…
I'm thinking the ML finds his identity suspicious (we've already seen him mention that), therefore he doesn't trust him and his motives. Plus the ML didn't even tell the FL that he gave her the cure which is going to cause a needless stress for us I'm sure.
Of course it is unfair that SML's love for the FL is unrequited and all his sacrifice by extension because they do have cute chemistry, but they amplified his obsession which I don't like because I'd much rather they become friends and future allies and gave him a more compelling storyline. We're all traumatized from the obsessive SMLs that seem to be present in 95% of the cdramas
technically, situ lang has really not done anything wrong..neither has he wavered in his loyalty..and from his…
I get what you mean — from his own perspective, his actions might feel justified, but looking at the bigger picture, he’s already crossed several serious lines. He’s killed two of his own brothers — yes, they were awful, but that doesn’t make it any less dark, especially when he seemed to enjoy it. His obsession has completely taken over; he’s ignoring reason, walking all over people who’ve been loyal to him (like the fox girl), and from the previews, he’s even going to trick the FL into drinking something dangerous. That’s not loyalty or love anymore — it’s control. If none of this seems off or wrong , then honestly, I’ve got nothing else to add.
is it worth watching??🤩 I want some feedback bt all I see is spoilers 🙁so if there’s a good soul…🫶🏻
It really depends on your taste 😁 The visuals are gorgeous, the chemistry between the leads is chef’s kiss, as well as their romance and the side characters add just the right mix of chaos and charm. We've got cute allies, delightfully delulu second leads, stunning costumes, and a sprinkle—well, more like a whole storm—of misunderstandings. But honestly? It’s a fun, dramatic, beautifully unhinged ride so far. I came here for the visuals aka the leads, and so far this drama is serving in that aspect. There are some nice plot twists (and hiccups) along the way too 😂
Me too! I think I'll wait till the weekend to binge the rest cause I can't these past days have been a wreck
For real, especially that MY hasn't given him any inclination or hint to feed his delulu.....I hate where they're going with judging by the previews for tomorrow....I'll join you with that punching lol
Me too! I think I'll wait till the weekend to binge the rest cause I can't these past days have been a wreck
Yes, I agree. Unfortunately this kind of format is over used, I wish they would make him a more interesting character and focus on his quest of dealing with his family, The Blossoming Love drama managed to write a very compelling second lead....this one here it's a disappointment. Even if they decide to redeem him or something, I don't really care....
I think he fed her gold millet dream with the pancake...no way he really destroyed it...and he was so adamant…
That part got me confused too in the preview, maybe it's a flashback of him making GMD for her 🤔 because I'm pretty sure he gave her the cure in that pancake because he was all relaxed and not worried....idk but the tomorrow's previews got me all stressed
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You’re absolutely right about how we, as viewers, come in with a kind of built-in bias. We already know who the FL will end up with, so our empathy automatically leans toward the main leads, while the second male lead’s choices — no matter how emotionally driven — get filtered through that inevitability. It’s a fascinating reflection of human behavior: to protect our own emotional investment, we subconsciously minimize the second lead’s perspective.
In Love in the Clouds, though, I think that bias still holds up logically. Both main leads have endured enormous pain, but what separates them is their ability to remain self-aware despite it. They’re scarred, yes, but they both still understand boundaries — JBZ exposes villains through justice rather than blind vengeance, while MY, despite her trauma, still clings to fairness and reason, even admitting she’d face him head-on in a fair duel if he truly had poisoned her. That sense of restraint and accountability defines them as leads.
The SML, on the other hand, even with also a tragic backstory, began from a place of genuine affection and good intentions, but his inability to process rejection twisted those motives into obsession. Each decision he makes — feels like a deliberate step away from empathy and toward self-righteousness. His pain doesn’t excuse his choices; it only makes his downfall more tragic. In that sense, he represents what happens when love becomes entitlement and grief becomes justification. I still hope they will turn his storyline around though.
And as for the FL hate — completely agree. It’s wild how people flatten such layered characters into “right” or “wrong.” The story gives us all the context we need; it’s just easier for some to watch through a simplified lens rather than engage with the nuance.
It does come off a bit biased against JBZ, which is fair — everyone’s got their own view. Mind-blowing to me, but oh well 😭
Do you see some parallels or elements from there in LITC?
Of course it is unfair that SML's love for the FL is unrequited and all his sacrifice by extension because they do have cute chemistry, but they amplified his obsession which I don't like because I'd much rather they become friends and future allies and gave him a more compelling storyline. We're all traumatized from the obsessive SMLs that seem to be present in 95% of the cdramas