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With An, I was expecting a slightly different and more sympathetic reaction due to his experiences. Psychologically, people in An’s situation can react in different ways depending on what happened to them as a child. It would seem, based on his childhood, An did not create a false self (caused by wanting our parents to love us) he seems very genuine. He doesn’t appear to be passive aggressive (being angry all the time but not showing it). He doesn’t seem to be playing the victim (resulting from continual victimisation that leads to feeling unimportant). He is, if anything, perhaps passive - where he has buried his feelings and holds himself back so he doesn’t stand out (resulting from being abandoned).
With the unconscious vendetta, it is very true that we lash out or reject those closest to us when faced with a confronting situation. It’s also true re what An said regarding his distrust in what people say due to experiencing terrible human behaviour hidden below the surface.
It seemed to me though, up until this point, An knew how to deal with his issues and how to handle something out of left field (similarly with Jae-in who has experienced stability as a young police officer). This is demonstrated through him avoiding crowded places eg being on a bus, feeling useful by trying out his psychometric powers, undertaking a playful relationship with his brother, and valuing his friendships (sort of).
In any case, it seems An quickly regretted his actions and made sure he reconciled with Jae-In very quickly :)
Jae In’s reaction to An’s “rejection” of her was very well portrayed by SYE. However, I found An’s reaction regarding Jae In’s “truth” didn’t ring true for me. I also found much of this episode didn’t really add much to the story. If anything, Writer Nim was trying to do what many Kdramas do: either insert a storyline to muddy the waters or reconstruct the back story to justify An’s different than expected reaction.
From where I sit, An and Jae In’s relationship is very special. It would have taken more than the reveal re Jae In’s dad to fracture what they have. An knows through his abilities alone there are two sides to every story. Yes, his reaction was very much an emotional one. Yes, he would need to take a deep breath. An is forthright though.
So, the saving grace for me right now is Dae Bong’s relationship with So Hyung, which is delightful, as is the Aunty’s interactions with Jae In’s superior.
I have my fingers crossed for what comes next. Logic should kick in once An knows Jae In is in danger. Maybe, I’m also feeling a bit cranky too :)