What he did is very cute but that doesn’t make him less boring. He’s a good boring guy
No offense, but tell me, when did SML have an interesting conversation with FL? Never. They're just flirting all day, that's all.
Whenever ML meets with SML, your "pretty boy" is trashing him, making fun of him. He literally called him "VIRGIN." That's DISGUSTING!
The only reason you and other girls find SML better is because he's a pretty boy who acts cool, who doesn't care about anything or anyone, and who just does whatever he wants.
At least don't lie and try to act as if you all care about personalities.
What he did is very cute but that doesn’t make him less boring. He’s a good boring guy
Why is he boring? Because he's not acting tough and cool like SML and he's actually reliable with a real job? FL is not a teen girl anymore, she needs a man, not a boy who can't offer anything other than fun.
People will go crazy about him way more now because he's not only a typical pretty boy, cool and all that, but he's also rich who's trying to be poor. The guy is a walking red flag, and if we exchanged the roles, everyone would say that.
If I see anyone calling ML boring, slow, or anything like that, I'm going to lose it. I told you he's more than that, and I was right again. Imagine a guy preparing like that for a single date and kids calling him boring. He's doing everything a man should do. They're so much better now with FL, and that last scene was funny as hell. I completely forgot about his mother. I'm not even sure if we knew she was his mother.
As for SML, his story is interesting, but I can already see what's going on. It was obvious they're gonna make his life sad so more people can sympathize with him.
To be fair, the writing is predictable, but the drama is still fun. I hope they won't use his sad past as bait for FL to fall in love with him. That's where I draw the line and will drop it instantly.
I think we're almost at that point where FL has to choose because it's one thing to go on fun dates with two men, but her relationship with ML is almost like a real relationship now. If they drag this out longer, it's gonna be annoying.
You described perfectly why women are whining about men all day long. They always choose the more handsome, cool…
"her afterwards when she ordered half the menu. So let’s not twist that part"
So, if I punch you in the face but later I cover your hospital bills, I'm a nice guy? He was rude to her the minute he sat down, to say the least.
" I’m not judging the ML because he’s introverted or because he’s not as attractive as the SML. I’m judging him because the writing makes him awkward, passive, meh‑energy, and completely lacking presence. That’s not the same thing as being masculine or confident."
Yes, you are. Don't try to hide it. The writing makes him awkward because he's introverted and passive! If you blame the writer for creating a realistic character, you should blame the writer for creating a playboy SML who thinks this is a competition and FL is the prize. So, yeah, it is the same thing. You wouldn't say a bad word about ML if he's also a typical handsome guy. I don't care if people dislike ML or SML or anyone else, but I don't like hypocrite people.
"Women want a man who is steady and sure of himself — even if he’s introverted. That’s why the ML in Love Scout worked. He had quiet confidence and grounding energy. Comparing him to this ML is wild, because they’re not written the same way at all."
You literally described ML, and the only difference between him and "Love Scout" ML is that he's not a pretty face and he's introverted. That's all.
"a date is supposed to be awkward, stiff, and lacking in conversation tells me a lot about the types of dates you’ve been on, David"
No, it only says a lot about your dating life. I'm not even similar to any of these guys.
The funny thing is you're saying "lacking in conversation" as if the 1st date with SML was full of chatting and fun. The guy literally trashed her all day and later he wanted to sleep with her and move on. But yeah, I know that's more interesting for a typical romcom lover because most girls dream about the bad guys and proceed to complain about men being disgusting.
The fact is, ML can change his awkwardness towards her later when they actually start dating, but SML still gonna a massive red flag who want to have fun, and not a long-term relationship like ML and FL too.
"For your information, I date masculine men who make me feel emotionally and physically safe — men I can lean on, men who lead, not men I have to drag like dead weight."
Good for you. I date women who can appreciate the little things I do and not my looks or what I'm saying or the way I act. Anyone can act cool and say nice things or be masculine, but most of those men are just players.
Just because a man is a little awkward around you at first or a bit slow because he's an introvert doesn't mean he won't protect you when he has to or he won't be next to you when he's needed.
I'm not even sure if you know what "masculine man" means. It's not only about looks.
A real masculine man not only protects a woman but is also responsible for his actions and has emotional control. He's not just protective but taking care of his responsibilities and building a stable life.
Now, please tell me, did I describe ML or SML? I'll tell you. This is NOT the SML at all. He's not responsible at all, he doesn't have a real job, he's not stable in any shape or form, he has zero emotional control, and his actions only show that he's acting tough and cool. That's all.
Meanwhile, ML did all the above, and his only negative quality is that he's slow to act, but he did protect FL against the lawyer, he also went to find her in the other episode and apologized for being rude.
I could go on all day, but I'm bored arguing with a blindfolded person.
I can't believe I've seen kids defending the lawyer guy and blaming the girl for spilling the coffee. We live in a batshit crazy world. Critical thinking is dead.
I almost mistaken Han Ji Min with Jung In Sun cause the 2 acresses look alike 😂😂😂.This kdrama has a little…
I do that a lot because it brings back some nice memories.
I don't know how many times I watched 2 of my fave historical dramas: "Hur Jun, the Original Story" and "The Great Queen Seondeok". The 1st is 135 episode and the other 62, so neither is short.😅
I almost mistaken Han Ji Min with Jung In Sun cause the 2 acresses look alike 😂😂😂.This kdrama has a little…
This was my TOP5 in 2025. Tbf I didn't watch too many new shows. I watch everything based on my mood.
1. When Life Gives You Tangerines 10/10 (my first 10 in 20 years) 2. Love Scout 9/10 (-1 for the childhood connection, I'm bored with that tbh) 3. Our Unwritten Seoul 8/10 4. Bon Appetit Your Majesty 8/10 5. Dear Hongrang 8/10
You're not very smart, are you? Imagine blaming the girl when her senior, that idiot woman messed up everything…
Why are you blaming both of them when the only problem is the lawyer guy?
She didn't have a choice, because she's not a boss, just an intern, and no one would give a damn about what she says. I wonder how many jobs you have. Especially in Korea where interns are like slaves.
I almost mistaken Han Ji Min with Jung In Sun cause the 2 acresses look alike 😂😂😂.This kdrama has a little…
Exactly. I literally just mentioned to someone that this ML is almost 100% similar to Love Scout's ML.
Most people love the same old romcoms, that's why the mature ones are underrated. Not necessarily rating-wise, but still. Like, you can't see many people praising Love Scout. If a Kdrama is more realistic people scream "boring." I got used to it, but I got angry this time because I'm done with Kdramas fans giving a free pass to red flags just because they're pretty or hot.
You described perfectly why women are whining about men all day long. They always choose the more handsome, cool…
You literally proved my point by saying: "ML in this drama simply isn’t written as a good romantic lead for the female gaze."
Do you watch Kdramas for the visuals or the story? And yes, a lot of women chose "handsome playboys," and when their relationship fails, they say all men are pieces of shit.
You know why people loved "Love Scout"? Because the ML was a green forest and an amazing dad too. Now, imagine if this ML would be just as handsome; no one would say a bad word about him. That's a fact. There's literally no difference between the two of them other than this ML is introverted as hell.
No, I'm not wrong about the SML. The guy literally forced FL on their first date to pay the whole bill. Ignored her all day till she finally asked the first question about his work, because that was all she knew about him, then proceed to trash her because of that. Even though he lied because he wasn't even the real guy. Then, on their first date, he wanted to sleep with her while still not telling her the truth about him. That's already a massive red flag. In the next episode, he was acting like FL was his property and fought some dude she was on a date with. Yes, that dude was a piece of shit too, but he doesn't have any right to make a scene and embarass her. That's another red flag. And now, he's acting all cool and saying things like "I kissed like 100 women" as if it's totally okay. Even if he were lying, that's not how a real man should act. Not to mention he's always trashing ML and he's cocky as well.
If he's not a good-looking guy, everyone would scream "red flag." That's another fact.
FL and SML are forced as hell because it's clear FL is more attracted to ML, but SML always shows up somewhere, and funnily enough, he always has a job close to her. Please tell me, how many times did SML ask her out or try to call? They just randomly meet somewhere. That's not "attentive" or "present." Also, he's flirting with other women too. We literally saw him do it at his own workplace.
ML is not boring you just don't know how a real man looks. Like I said, he's an introvert, but that doesn't make him boring. Most romantic relationships start with awkwardness that's how real relationships work. Not how SML does it. That's not real love, that's just "let's hook up for one night."
I don't identify with anyone, but at least I'm not a hypocrite like you who only cares about the visuals and other meaningless things.
I don't care who you like, but it's obvious you've never dated a real man, and just like most Kdrama fans, you're only paying attention to pretty boys, and everyone else is "boring."
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Whenever ML meets with SML, your "pretty boy" is trashing him, making fun of him. He literally called him "VIRGIN." That's DISGUSTING!
The only reason you and other girls find SML better is because he's a pretty boy who acts cool, who doesn't care about anything or anyone, and who just does whatever he wants.
At least don't lie and try to act as if you all care about personalities.
People will go crazy about him way more now because he's not only a typical pretty boy, cool and all that, but he's also rich who's trying to be poor. The guy is a walking red flag, and if we exchanged the roles, everyone would say that.
As for SML, his story is interesting, but I can already see what's going on. It was obvious they're gonna make his life sad so more people can sympathize with him.
To be fair, the writing is predictable, but the drama is still fun. I hope they won't use his sad past as bait for FL to fall in love with him. That's where I draw the line and will drop it instantly.
I think we're almost at that point where FL has to choose because it's one thing to go on fun dates with two men, but her relationship with ML is almost like a real relationship now. If they drag this out longer, it's gonna be annoying.
So, if I punch you in the face but later I cover your hospital bills, I'm a nice guy? He was rude to her the minute he sat down, to say the least.
" I’m not judging the ML because he’s introverted or because he’s not as attractive as the SML. I’m judging him because the writing makes him awkward, passive, meh‑energy, and completely lacking presence. That’s not the same thing as being masculine or confident."
Yes, you are. Don't try to hide it. The writing makes him awkward because he's introverted and passive! If you blame the writer for creating a realistic character, you should blame the writer for creating a playboy SML who thinks this is a competition and FL is the prize. So, yeah, it is the same thing. You wouldn't say a bad word about ML if he's also a typical handsome guy. I don't care if people dislike ML or SML or anyone else, but I don't like hypocrite people.
"Women want a man who is steady and sure of himself — even if he’s introverted. That’s why the ML in Love Scout worked. He had quiet confidence and grounding energy. Comparing him to this ML is wild, because they’re not written the same way at all."
You literally described ML, and the only difference between him and "Love Scout" ML is that he's not a pretty face and he's introverted. That's all.
"a date is supposed to be awkward, stiff, and lacking in conversation tells me a lot about the types of dates you’ve been on, David"
No, it only says a lot about your dating life. I'm not even similar to any of these guys.
The funny thing is you're saying "lacking in conversation" as if the 1st date with SML was full of chatting and fun. The guy literally trashed her all day and later he wanted to sleep with her and move on. But yeah, I know that's more interesting for a typical romcom lover because most girls dream about the bad guys and proceed to complain about men being disgusting.
The fact is, ML can change his awkwardness towards her later when they actually start dating, but SML still gonna a massive red flag who want to have fun, and not a long-term relationship like ML and FL too.
"For your information, I date masculine men who make me feel emotionally and physically safe — men I can lean on, men who lead, not men I have to drag like dead weight."
Good for you. I date women who can appreciate the little things I do and not my looks or what I'm saying or the way I act. Anyone can act cool and say nice things or be masculine, but most of those men are just players.
Just because a man is a little awkward around you at first or a bit slow because he's an introvert doesn't mean he won't protect you when he has to or he won't be next to you when he's needed.
I'm not even sure if you know what "masculine man" means. It's not only about looks.
A real masculine man not only protects a woman but is also responsible for his actions and has emotional control. He's not just protective but taking care of his responsibilities and building a stable life.
Now, please tell me, did I describe ML or SML? I'll tell you. This is NOT the SML at all. He's not responsible at all, he doesn't have a real job, he's not stable in any shape or form, he has zero emotional control, and his actions only show that he's acting tough and cool. That's all.
Meanwhile, ML did all the above, and his only negative quality is that he's slow to act, but he did protect FL against the lawyer, he also went to find her in the other episode and apologized for being rude.
I could go on all day, but I'm bored arguing with a blindfolded person.
I'm done arguing with a kid who can't see the forest from the trees.
Go on your way and blame victims.
You're literally saying she should've put those cups somewhere else as if she were his maid or something.
Let's just say how it is, okay? You want to give a free pass to a toxic guy because you think he's good-looking, right?
I don't know what to say anymore.
Some Kdrama fans are really crazy. No sane person would defend a toxic, disgusting piece of shit lawyer.
I love rewatching things, especially when I'm sick. My most rewatched Kdrama is probably "Hometown Cha Cha Cha".
I don't know how many times I watched 2 of my fave historical dramas: "Hur Jun, the Original Story" and "The Great Queen Seondeok". The 1st is 135 episode and the other 62, so neither is short.😅
We could say she's not the smartest one, but it's understandable why she's not going against everyone, including that toxic guy.
I'm not saying what she did was good, but if she spoke up, she probably would've lost her job.
I doubt any of those will top "Tangerines" because that drama etched itself into my brain and blood vessels. 😂
I loved "Resident Playbook" as well, another strong 7/10 but I've had some issues with it. Also, it's not easy to top "Hospital Playlist."
1. When Life Gives You Tangerines 10/10 (my first 10 in 20 years)
2. Love Scout 9/10 (-1 for the childhood connection, I'm bored with that tbh)
3. Our Unwritten Seoul 8/10
4. Bon Appetit Your Majesty 8/10
5. Dear Hongrang 8/10
She didn't have a choice, because she's not a boss, just an intern, and no one would give a damn about what she says. I wonder how many jobs you have. Especially in Korea where interns are like slaves.
It's not her job to clean up a toxic guy's mess.
Most people love the same old romcoms, that's why the mature ones are underrated. Not necessarily rating-wise, but still. Like, you can't see many people praising Love Scout. If a Kdrama is more realistic people scream "boring." I got used to it, but I got angry this time because I'm done with Kdramas fans giving a free pass to red flags just because they're pretty or hot.
Do you watch Kdramas for the visuals or the story? And yes, a lot of women chose "handsome playboys," and when their relationship fails, they say all men are pieces of shit.
You know why people loved "Love Scout"? Because the ML was a green forest and an amazing dad too. Now, imagine if this ML would be just as handsome; no one would say a bad word about him. That's a fact. There's literally no difference between the two of them other than this ML is introverted as hell.
No, I'm not wrong about the SML. The guy literally forced FL on their first date to pay the whole bill. Ignored her all day till she finally asked the first question about his work, because that was all she knew about him, then proceed to trash her because of that. Even though he lied because he wasn't even the real guy. Then, on their first date, he wanted to sleep with her while still not telling her the truth about him. That's already a massive red flag. In the next episode, he was acting like FL was his property and fought some dude she was on a date with. Yes, that dude was a piece of shit too, but he doesn't have any right to make a scene and embarass her. That's another red flag. And now, he's acting all cool and saying things like "I kissed like 100 women" as if it's totally okay. Even if he were lying, that's not how a real man should act. Not to mention he's always trashing ML and he's cocky as well.
If he's not a good-looking guy, everyone would scream "red flag." That's another fact.
FL and SML are forced as hell because it's clear FL is more attracted to ML, but SML always shows up somewhere, and funnily enough, he always has a job close to her. Please tell me, how many times did SML ask her out or try to call? They just randomly meet somewhere. That's not "attentive" or "present." Also, he's flirting with other women too. We literally saw him do it at his own workplace.
ML is not boring you just don't know how a real man looks. Like I said, he's an introvert, but that doesn't make him boring. Most romantic relationships start with awkwardness that's how real relationships work. Not how SML does it. That's not real love, that's just "let's hook up for one night."
I don't identify with anyone, but at least I'm not a hypocrite like you who only cares about the visuals and other meaningless things.
I don't care who you like, but it's obvious you've never dated a real man, and just like most Kdrama fans, you're only paying attention to pretty boys, and everyone else is "boring."