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I could watch this over and over without getting sick of it

It's very realistic and the personalities aren't exaggerated but rather a proper representation of people and their flaws IRL. Both leads struggle with communication, but you can actually see their character development over time. Yamato is such a flirt, but I think the way he becomes less reserved as a person as he explores these feelings articulates the extent of harboring romantic feelings. Kakeru had a very relatable crisis, where you panic when things change and you just hope it can reverse eventually. I liked how he ended up giving the other a chance (though Yamato needs to work on CONSENT OMG 😭but he at least apologised). Plenty of scenes always give me butterflies, like I might genuinely explode bc I can't handle these two. Youth romance hits different, and this drama portrays it artfully. I wish more ppl can watch this series too 🙏🥹

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DO NOT SKIP THIS DRAMA! High production quality + storyline, no awkward/boring scenes.

This kind of drama is one all producers (BL, GL, het dramas, idc ALL PRODUCERS) should be taking notes for. Words cannot express how sensation the watch was. This kind of quality is hard to find and is the type to keep me interested in romance. Not only does it articulate the importance of consent and communication, but it also showcases what a good vs toxic relationship looks like. I am certainly rewatching this because I have never seen such perfect presentation of a love square EVER.

Even with just 8 episodes you can really develop empathy for Da-on. He's not submissive but tends to passively push through pain and mistreatment which does break audiences' hearts. It's a nice detail that with Seonghyeon, he's seen for who he is and doesn't feel the need to pretend he's doing alright. In fact, the level of kindness received was unlike any he received in the past, and because he doesn't know how to accept kindness, he pushes Seonghyeon away time after time after time. It may be frustrating but it's realistic and it characterises both leads.

I freaking hate Jaemin, and Soohyun isn't on the "nice list" either. I do wish we could've seen more of Soohyun's affectionate side, like with his niece and all. Jaemin, however, has the personality that can make one send waves of anger through the screen. It actually represents mental health quite well, and while his attempt to take Da-on and himself into the afterlife was... random it accentuates the seriousness of his controlling, cruel nature.

I do commend that how well Seonghyeon remained authentic and thoughtful, almost too thoughtful throughout the series. He's what you call the epitome of selflessess, and what love can do to someone. It's a direct contrast to the toxic energy of the other pursuers which pinpoints the clear issues Jaemin and Soohyun have as partners.

Finally, the climax of the last episode felt quite meaningful. Jaemin's aggression definitely reflected a worldview where he could possess Da-on like a puppet and keep him like a treasure nobody could touch. Soohyun may have feelings for Da-on but it's also partially warped by trauma and poor communication skills. I do think how he stood still was helpless though, because it only shows how minimally his actions appear, and how he doesn't have the capacity to respond in real time. Seonghyeon taking the knife wound made me scream on the inside, but honestly I think it was perfect because it connotates to how much he loved Da-on. He's proved over and over again why he deserves him, and I honestly could not have seen a better pairing.

Recommending this drama to literally anyone (even if you hate toxic relationships, you should root for Joo Seonghyeon because he's the pure soul you'll love).

Props to directors, the team, the cast and everyone who made this possible (I am SO GONNA STAN ALD1 now because of this)

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