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I actually enjoyed it. I didn’t go in with high expectations. Korean action series and the webtoon aren’t usually my thing but it turned out to be more fun than I expected. There are some plot holes, but overall it was an enjoyable watch, and I respect that others may feel differently.

I watch dramas for my own reasons sometimes for the story, sometimes for the actors. If I like it, I keep watching. If I don’t, I drop it and move on. I don’t overthink it, and I don’t feel the need to dwell on shows I didn’t enjoy.

As for Junho’s look and performance, his character is a civil servant, so drastic visual changes were never the point. The difference comes from the tone and internal pressure he brings to the role. AND in my opinion, Critiquing this drama is fair, but dragging an actor’s entire career or past role choices into the discussion feels unnecessary. 🤷🏻‍♀️

Honestly, I already expected some kind of big plot swing in the last two episodes. It’s the classic pattern. 😂 Let’s see how they wrap it up. I actually have a feeling there might be a time skip.

I love how each season in this drama reflects the characters’ emotional journey
Rain for chaos and loss,
Winter for heaviness and uncertainty,
Summer for tension and everything coming to the surface.

So if the last two episodes really become Spring, it would be the perfect, a season of healing, new beginnings, and things finally blooming again.
Maybe even Tae Poong’s flower garden too. 🌸

I really enjoyed Episode 13 . Junho’s acting was truly impressive. There were several scenes that stood out to me, and I especially loved the ending scene. 😉

As someone who really loves slice-of-life dramas, I actually think the ratings have already come a long way. And honestly, I’ve always felt that Junho’s project choices are very true to who he is. Every role he picks says something about him in its own quiet way.

Of course, having a great script, a strong plot, or high ratings is wonderful but even when I’ve criticized certain plots or storylines in the past, I still end up appreciating his choices. In the end, whatever he chooses always turns out meaningful in its own way.

And honestly, there are things we can control and things we simply can’t : ratings, public reactions, plot direction. They all come and go.

When are we finally going to see the rainbow? After all this hardship, I really wonder how their journey will end. And the funny thing is, they're an export company but named after a natural disaster.
But honestly, I do think it’s going to be worth it in the end.

That’s true. During the IMF crisis, people didn’t really have the money to spend on flowers. But interestingly, South Korea actually began exporting cut flowers and ornamental plants in 1998, mainly to Japan. There are reports showing that flower and live-plant exports started increasing from that year onward.

I’m not sure if the writer will ever use that angle in the story, but it would be nice if Tae-poong’s dream connects with something that was actually happening in Korea at the time.

I find it meaningful that Typhoon Company sells safety equipment. It’s a message about people trying to protect each other during the IMF era. But I still hope Tae-poong gets to sell his flowers someday too.

Please stop dragging other dramas or other actors into this discussion. This is not the place for that. And for the record, Junho earned his Baeksang before THAT drama, long before that. His acting reputation and recognition are his own. I actually respect his script choices because he picks roles that challenge him rather than relying on hype.
Let’s keep the conversation focused on this drama, not unrelated comparisons. Thanks.

Is it just me, or does anyone else miss Tae-poong’s bridge-hair look? I know he’s entering the business arc now, but that style just felt so perfectly him.

The preview showing a cult storyline is actually really interesting. Korean cults are no joke. They’re intense, dangerous, and deeply rooted in real history, from the IMF era all the way to the present. There are even Netflix documentaries about how widespread and shocking these groups can be.

I agree with you. I think they made it brighter and warmer to show everyone’s unity and hope. As for the Thailand arc, maybe the environment there naturally brought a more vibrant and lively tone. Once the story returns to Korea, I think they’ll go back to that nostalgic and serious atmosphere again.

I’m also a Naruto fan, and I totally agree with you! I actually think Tae-poong’s character is quite similar to Naruto. He’s positive, values his friends, and even though he’s reckless sometimes, he never gives up. But yes, sometimes his decisions are a bit too quick, yet that’s also part of his growth in the story.

I love how the series continues to let Tae-poong express his feelings through flowers. It’s such a subtle yet powerful symbol that defines his character.

It hurts to see Tae-poong leave his father’s office, but maybe this is the start of something new. It’s painful, but it’s also where Trading Company 2.0 begins. He’s finally stepping out of his father’s shadow to build something of his own.

I’m still curious to see where it’s heading, maybe part 2 will flip the board?
It seems like all the teaser scenes will be done after today’s episode so from now on next week, it’s pure mystery. Still keeping my hope up.
And today, we’ve got not-so-stranger with a newspaper in the crowded train.

Personally, whenever K-dramas send their characters abroad or bring in foreign elements, the main plot tends to lose a bit of focus. There’s just too much going on. I get why the Thailand part is included. It’s still connected to the main plot. But blending different cultures and working with international casts is definitely tricky. Looks like the next episode will finally get back on track.

The romance scene in this show is the one thing I can never predict right. Every time I think I know, I don’t. 😂But I love it! The slow burn is really slow-burning.

I also understand why some viewers feel disappointed. They expected more from Tae-poong because they believe in him.
It’s okay to feel differently. Everyone reads a scene differently, depending on what they value or relate to. Let’s wait for tomorrow’s episode and see what happens. 😊

People getting mad after one episode really shows how fast viewing habits have changed.
The show’s tackling workplace sexism . That’s not something you solve overnight.
Every character needs time to grow.
Mi-seon will face ten more Ma-jins in her career because in that industry, in that era, sexism wasn’t one person’s attitude; it was the system itself. The writer could’ve easily made Tae-poong a hero. One bold line, and everyone would’ve cheered. But she didn’t, and that’s what makes it interesting. Let’s see where this goes.