Diva70

Thank you for this insightful analysis. I have often wondered what could cause such a hold on a person. The sentence “stifle a person’s will” hit the nail on the head. I never thought of my uncle as a narcissist but now I know he was one. I just thought he hated women although he appeared kind to my mother and myself. Like Fuji he could appear sincere and concerned but I see that was his way of getting and maintaining control. The women I saw him with seemed to be mesmerized by him. Like Sei their will had been completely stifled. Hopefully Sei will gather the will and the power to break off the relationship with Fuji.

I hate open endings. Realistically I would agree . Too bad this is only seven episodes. Even eight would have provided space for some personal healing and a time jump where they reconcile. Still in my fantasy world I want Sei to dump Kaz and run as fast as he can back to Hagi. They can heal each other hearts while going at it like rabbits.

Very disappointed! It started out cute and promising but turned into a total mess. I am not a prude but some scenes were just cringey and actually took away from the final reunion of Sangmin and Dinneaw. I dont usually drop my ratings but I had to in this case. Whoever is managing Petch needs to be replaced. He is too talented to be wasted on projects like this. I feel the same about the other young actors. In a way I feel they were all being used and exploited.

You are right but I also see a greater problem that should concern us. Somewhere along the line in the name of making more money the entertainment companies have helped create these monsters. By feeding into their fantasy world they have virtually endorsed this type of neurotic behavior. Maybe they felt a need to cater to these delusional fans but the audience for bls and idols is growing and is becoming more diverse. When they finally see the value in protecting the artist right to live his/her life as they see fit a change will occur. It will be a win win for all .

I agree. It really has me questioning what is it that makes a person remain in a relationship that is so cold and suffocating.

I just rewatched the first six episodes and I have to admit Japanese bls are in a
category all by themselves. They know how to bring out the very essence of a character. You feel how
desperately lonely Sei is and how conflicted he is. We watch Hagi and his desire for physical love and affection is heart wrenching. We see Kaori who wears a mask that can no longer hide her own inner truth and of course the narcissistic and controlling
Fugai. The contrast between he and Hagi was done in such a
truly masterful way. Hagi is warm and reassuring. Fugai is cold and
condescending. If this were a comedy I would say Fugai and Kaori would be the perfect match for one another. Hoping the finale brings our two love starved leads together. When they are together both seem to radiate warmth.

Thank you. I have been going back and forth on this one. I dont feel ready at this moment to deal with a sad ending especially if it includes suicide. I will wait until it is over and read how they handle the ending. Again, thank you.

Perfect Marriage Revenge and The Lion’s Secret

Wow! What a wonderful and really great series! I loved it from start to finish. I really appreciate how well the single parent scenario was handled. I kept wondering if at some point Byeol’s mother would suddenly appear as a temporary foil like in so many dramas. But no…we have a happy, bright child who has been nurtured and raised by a loving single parent. No rushed marriage proposals for any of our three couples. And how do you handle losing out to a vindictive opponent? You recognize your worth and walk out with your head held high. No groveling, no angry retorts. How
refreshing. This definitely
goes on my rewatch list.

Kudos to the writers, directors, actors and everyone involved in bringing us this entertainment gem. I have watched other series use this format to try to expose the issues idols deal with but in my opinion this series has taken the reality of what they face to a whole new level. It felt real and truly authentic. Nothing was exploited or glossed over. We got the good, the bad and the ugly. When the members of the group spoke I did not feel they were acting a role or just speaking lines from a script. This is the life they live. Actually, until I started watching bls and kdramas I had no idea how restrictive and emotionally and physically challenging the industry is and the impact fans have on the personal lives of these talented artists who just want to accomplish their dreams but also have a desire to love and be loved like any body else. I understand now why some choose to leave the industry and/or follow other paths. As fans we need to do more to support our idols and maintain healthy boundaries. They should not have to choose between having a fulfilling career and having a personal relationship with the male/female they choose. They should be able to enjoy both.

Thank you for saying what I have been struggling to say. This is one of the main reasons why victims, especially men, are so reluctant to come forth.

One down and one more to go! Lord have mercy! Give me a break girl….If you want to be celibate ok but dont try to make yourself out to be some kind of sexual martyr. And the only thing that really disturbed you was the fact that your boyfriend did it with a man! I wanted to slap her so bad! Sorry, I am really not the violent type but I hate it when someone tries to justify their own wrongdoing. She was cold and emotionally unattached. She even said it didnt matter who she dated the end result would be the same. She didnt even have enough empathy to quit him. She made him break up with her. What a sorry excuse of a human being. I am so proud of him. Now if only Sei can man up. Imagine still wavering after you have literally been raped. I just dont understand that type of psychological attachment. I have seen it in real life but I still cannot understand it. We learn it is not an issue of financial need and clearly there are no romantic feelings on either Fugi or Sei’s side so why the indifference toward the very person who truly likes you. Only one more episode. I feel most sorry for Kaz .

Believe me I dont cry easy but episode 8 really got me going. Probably because I am a grandparent. Every year for the past five years I have attended Grandparents Day at my grandsons middle school. The school is always packed. One year the temperatures were below zero. It was freezing cold but it did not matter. Some were on walkers, many had canes or needed assistance. But nothing could keep us away. Like the grandfather in the series I am ever learning. The love of the grandson for his grandfather brought sweet tears to my eyes. It reminded me of the time we visited my late husband’s grave. As we were walking away I turned around. The oldest grandson had not moved. He was still standing at his grandfather’s grave. He was crying. He and his grandfather had a special bond. I turned and went to him and put my arms around him. His mom joined us. What a perfectly wonderful series. To be able to combine entertainment and lessons in life all in one package is beyond awesome.

True…just needless speculation on my part. The only one who seems to be upset is the female friend.

I really dont like violence but in this case I have to make an exception. I always told my children to take the high road and not to fight. Well my youngest was in the eighth grade and he was like Han U. He got good grades, never got in trouble and was really just a great kid. One day I got a call from the principal. She even started the call with I am sorry. I listened and waited for him to come home to explain his side. Apparently, this other student was picking on him in the lunchline. My son did every thing we had told him to do. He told the lunch room monitor who did nothing. He even went to the end of the line but the kid followed him and continued taunting him. He reported it again. The kid continued. This time he literally flattened the kid. He got a half day in school suspension. His dad and I gladly accepted it. No more incidents with that kid or any other kid. Dont ever underestimate the studious quiet one. I am loving seeing the bad guys get a taste of their own medicine.

I really like how the relationships are being handled. The way the second couple is dealing with the emotions impacted by the wife’s passing gets a big thumbs up from me. Taking it slow and being aware of how hard it is to let go is being well done. Of course we have the friend girl providing some drama but from the previews for next week I think we dont need to really worry about the end game for these two. They may just put things on hold until Hui graduates from high school and starts college. Bye baby bye…go find you a boyfriend elsewhere. Hui has already marked his territory.

It’s over and I got just what I wanted….everything tied up with a nice red bow! It was a fun ride and I loved it!

Once you get pass episode one like me you will be all in like me! What a gem! This is not your usually school bully troupe .

I hate bullies and school violence as I suspect most of the viewers do but I see
a hidden gem so I am going to try to hang in there. It is only ten episodes so that is a plus. One of my early teaching positions was in a school like this. There were students like Ga Min who mustered up the courage every day and never gave up. I admired their perseverance. I know this is a fictional story but the writing and the acting is outstanding.

You ever want to like a series so much because there is a hint of a potentially decent storyline and at least one of the mls is giving it his all but you get to the next to last episode and all you can say is thank God there is only one more episode to go! I hope to see Petch in future series.