#I mean I get eun and yeon

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Hi! Can I pls request relationship and jealousy headcanons for Ha Do-yeong and Jeon Jae-jun with a female reader who is Moon Dong-eun's friend and also helped her in her revenge? And she is a very loving mother figure to Ye-sol?

(If you write smut than can you please make it both sfw and nsfw? And if you uncomfortable than just sfw is fine❤️)

Thank you ❤️

The Aftermath (w/ Ha Do-yeong)

Wanna buy me a coffee?

After the events of what happened between Dong-eun and Yeon-jin, Do-yeong was relieved to see his ex-wife imprisoned for what she had done.

However, a part of him knew that it hurt Ye-sol more than it hurt him.

He knew that his daughter missed having a mother.

Knew that she needed a mother in her life.

That's when he met you.

You were an old classmate of Dong-eun however you had moved right before she became Yeon-jin's victim.

It became clear after some years that Dong-eun and you suffered the same amount of torture dealt by that witch.

So, it was no surprise that she had called you - asking if you could help follow Yeon-jin in her day to day life.

You were the one to 'lead' Do-yeong to Dong-eun's apartment where he'd found his wife.

After that, you became more and more entangled in his life.

And by default, you came into Ye-sol's life as well.

You had become her private tutor after her 'mother' pulled her from school.

Hired by the nanny under Do-yeong's instruction.

One night, with both Yeon-jin and the nanny gone, he had come home to find you sitting at the table.

He introduced himself as Ye-sol's "father" and you greeted him back.

On that night, he had found himself happy albeit for a moment.

Back to current events....

Once he served Yeon-jin the divorce papers and everything was finalized

He came back to you and asked if you wanted to move with him and Ye-sol out of Korea

You were shocked when he had asked you that

Even after you had revealed your part in Dong-eun's plan

He still wanted you to be in his life?

It had took you some time, but eventually you did say yes and the three of you had moved to the UK.

You all were happy together and the first time that Ye-sol called you mom...

He knew that that moment was the moment he was going to propose.

So, months later - he did.

He proposed when Ye-sol was in school and the two of you were home alone.

It was a rainy day and the storm was dying down when he popped the question.

You both were talking in the kitchen - with you preparing dinner

You noticed that he wasn't responding when you had asked so when you'd turned around

He was on one knee, ring in hand, and he asked

"Will you marry me?"

Those words were everything you wanted to hear

You immediately said 'Yes' - tears quickly welling up in your eyes

Do-yeong started to panic when he saw tears

But you soon reassured him that they were of course happy tears

He then brought you into his arms and embraced you tightly

Unknown to the two of you, Ye-sol was right behind you

"Finally, you two get together. Does this mean you're my new mommy now?"

"Do you want me to be your new mommy?"

"I think it'll be cool for you to be my new mommy"

Ever since then, you and Do-yeong proceeded to continue to live your lives in happiness

Two years into the marriage, you had officially adopted Ye-sol having her legally become your daughter

The three of you lived happily ever after and you wouldn't have it any other way.

[simply-whump]

Weak Hero Class 2 (약한영웅 Class 2) - Whump List

Whumpees : Yeon Si Eun played by Park Ji Hoon, Park Hu Min played by Ryeo Un and Seo Jun Tae played by Choi Min Yeong

Synopsis : After transferring to Eunjang High School, Yeon Si Eun still carries the scars of his past - a brutal lesson in what it means to fight and fail. Determined to never lose another friend, he forms unlikely bonds with Park Hu Min, Seo Jun Tae, and Ko Hyeon Tak, but their friendship soon attracts the attention of Alliance, a ruthless gang led by the vicious Na Baek Jin. Forced into yet another war of survival, Si Eun must push himself beyond his limits. (MDL)

Genre : Action, Youth, School bullying, Bromance

Note : There is constant fighting in this show so when I mention the fight, it means there is some heavy blows exchanged and received on both sides.

!! Trigger Warning !! The fights here are pretty brutal, be aware.

Warning ! Possible spoilers below !

Yeon Si Eun

Ep 1 : (03:05) Wakes up from a nightmare, shaky breathing, has trouble sleeping — Looks depressed and exhausted 

Ep 2 : (00:40) Punched and kicked — (29:40) Remembering painful memories, snapping, fighting — (32:15) Hit with a bat

Ep 3 : (17:00) First time he smiled since the show began 

Ep 4 : (27:10) Fighting, punched, more tough fighting (this whole fighting sequence was so freaking awesome)  — (31:55) On the ground exhausted

Ep 5 : (37:20) Crying

Ep 6 : (36:30) Receives a shocking call, spacing out, gets hit by a car

Ep 7 : (05:25) Friends rush to the hospital worried about him, unconscious in a hospital bed, oxygen mask — (09:50) Unconscious at the hospital — (29:00) Still unconscious — (32:50) Wakes up, sitting up, worried about his friend, slowly pushed back into bed

Ep 8 : (12:55) Choked until he passes out — (18:15) Wakes up, fighting — (18:40) Looking beat up, concern for him, more fighting — (30:45) Final boss fight, collapses on the ground after being punched repeatedly, stands up to keep fighting (never seen someone getting punched that much and not passing out) — (45:20) Teary-eyed

Park Hu Min

Ep 1-5: None

Ep 6 : (01:20) Punched — (30:40) Punched

Ep 7 : (03:20) Hit with a crow bar in the head, head bleeding — (13:55) Crying, feeling guilty — (33:40) Teary-eyed

Ep 8 : (23:20) Final boss fight, collapses on the ground after receiving one last hard punch — (48:05) Crying

Ko Hyeon Tak

Ep 1-4 : None

Ep 4 : (22:05) Fighting, losing — (25:05) Getting beaten

Ep 5 : None

Ep 6 : (32:40) Tough fight

Ep 7 : (01:26) Fighting, beaten

Ep 8 : (20:50) Tough fight

>> Weak Hero Class 1 Whump List

>> Other Whump Lists with Ryeo Un :

Twinkling Watermelon

The Secret Romantic Guesthouse

>> More Whump Lists

[iluvsieunsveinydihh]

Yeon Si-eun NSFW alphabet

A = Aftercare

Always. He might not be super talkative, but he’ll pull you close, wipe you down carefully, and kiss your skin like he’s grounding himself. “You’re okay… I’m right here.” He needs the closeness as much as you do.

B = Body Part

On you? Your mouth. The way you moan, kiss, bite your lip—he could watch you fall apart for hours. On himself? His hands. They’re strong, veiny, a little rough—he knows exactly how to use them.

C = Cum

Controlled, intense, and always deep if you let him. He loves filling you up, watching it drip out later while his eyes darken. If he pulls out, he still makes it intimate—rubbing it into your skin with his fingers.

D = Dirty Talk

Low and calculated. He doesn’t speak a lot, but when he does? Filthy. Whispered into your neck with lips brushing your ear: “So tight around me… You like when I ruin you, don’t you?”

E = Experience

Limited, but sharp. He’s observant, picks up what you like fast, and makes sure you never forget it. He doesn’t need practice—he learns you, and that’s what makes him deadly in bed.

F = Favorite Position

Missionary, with your legs hooked over his shoulders or hips. He likes being close—watching you, kissing you mid-thrust, hearing every breath. But he also loves when you ride him and take control, just so he can grab your hips and flip you halfway through.

G = Goofy

Not really. He’s focused, intense, and passionate—but if you giggle or mess up something small, he just smirks faintly, then distracts you with a kiss that shuts you up instantly.

H = Hair

Neat and trimmed. On you? He doesn’t care. He’ll go down on you no matter what. His only concern is how fast he can make you fall apart.

I = Intimacy

So much it hurts. Sex isn’t casual for him—it’s emotional. When he’s inside you, it’s like he can finally breathe. He makes love like he’s scared to lose you. And when he whispers “I need you” under his breath? He means it.

J = Jack Off

Not often. He bottles everything up until it’s unbearable. But when he does, it’s with your name on his lips and a memory he can’t forget—fist clenched in the sheets, brows furrowed like he hates needing you this much.

K = Kinks

Praise, possessiveness, control, silent dominance, overstimulation. He loves making you beg without raising his voice. And if you cry out his name? That’s his breaking point.

L = Location

His bed, your room, or anywhere private. He needs the door locked and the world shut out. But if desperation hits—like a heated kiss in a stairwell or a silent moment after a fight? He’ll risk it.

M = Motivation

Soft touches. Vulnerable moments. The way you say his name like a secret. His desire isn’t just physical—it’s emotional, hungry, and sometimes overwhelming.

N = NO

No humiliation, no pain without care, no sharing. He’s possessive—he needs to feel like it’s just you and him. No games that make either of you feel unsafe.

O = Oral

Giving: Obsessed. He’ll take his time, lips and tongue working in perfect sync while he watches every reaction like it’s a puzzle he’s solving. Receiving: Silent, gripping the sheets, barely breathing—only your name slipping out in the end.

P = Pace

Usually slow, deep, and precise. But if he’s emotional or angry? Rough. Fast. Bruising. He gets lost in it, panting against your skin like he’s trying to bury himself inside you completely.

Q = Quickie

If it’s been building—yes. He’ll shove you into the nearest safe place, kiss you breathless, and finish with one hand over your mouth so you don’t get them both caught.

R = Risk

Calculated. He’ll push boundaries in private but always watches you. He knows where the line is and won’t cross it without your full trust.

S = Stamina

Insane. He can go multiple rounds, barely breaking a sweat—especially when he’s trying to prove something. Or when he’s stressed. Or when he missed you. He’ll keep going until your legs give out.

T = Toys

Minimal. But if you introduce them? He’ll learn. Fast. He’ll use them on you just to watch you come undone, fingers curled around your wrist while he whispers, “You wanted this, right?”

U = Unfair

He’s ruthless. He’ll edge you until tears form in your eyes, whispering in your ear, “Not yet.” He’s the type to kiss everywhere but where you need it—until you beg.

V = Volume

Low and quiet, but intense. He curses under his breath, breathes your name like a confession, and groans deep in his chest when he finishes. But your sounds? That’s what he wants to hear.

W = Wild Card

He secretly likes when you’re on top—watching you take control, moaning above him. But when he snaps? He flips you, pins your wrists, and shows you who you belong to.

X = X-Rated Size

About 7 inches, thick and curved just enough to hit deep. He knows exactly how to use it—slow thrusts that drive you crazy, then sudden sharp ones that make you scream. He doesn’t brag, but when he’s inside you? You know.

Y = Yearning

Constant. He’ll never admit it, but he craves you in quiet moments. He’ll stare at your lips during class, brush your hand and pretend it’s accidental, text you “are you home?” when he’s two minutes away.

Z = ZZZ (Sleep)

He doesn’t sleep easily unless you’re next to him. After sex, he’s quiet—breathing slow, fingers resting on your skin, forehead against your back or chest. With you? He finally feels safe.

[vanilladollette]

Hii 😊

You have no idea how happy I was when I saw that you were writing for The Glory. Okay, so first thing first, I want to say that English is not my first language and this is first time I'm putting request for anything, so I'm little nervous and that's why I'm anonymous, so sorry about that 😅😅

I would like to request for Ha Do-yeong (my fav) - maybe 1) reader was a friend of Dong-eun in high school that was also bullied after Dong-eun left and Dong-eun kept eyes on her and asked for her help bringing bullies down together or 2) she overheard Dong-eun and her friend Seong-hee when they were in coffee shop?? while they were collecting evidence and reader then decided to offer her help to Dong-eun because she was also bullied (somewhere else) but she didn't have chance to get her revenge so this would be some sort of closure. So, Dong-eun sent reader to infiltrate Do-yeong's life as nanny or new assistant in his company so she could gather everything she can from him.

( If you can it would be great if you can make reader as intelligent as Dong-eun so she can charm Do-young in similar way because it was absolutely beautiful in the show, and can you make them a couple in the end so they could go to UK together with Ye-sol)

I would like to apologize for long ask, because it's first time I doing this so I wanted to make to make everything clear, but if you can't do it or if it's too difficult I will understand 😊❤️

To New Beginnings

Pairing: Ha Do-yeong x Female Reader

Word Count: 2.1k

Summary: When aformer bullying victim infiltrates Ha Do-yeong's life to expose his wife Yeon-jin’s dark past, ultimately aiding Moon Dong-eun’s revenge while forging an unexpected bond with Do-yeong that leads to a new beginning for both of them.

Warnings: None

A/n: You're all good! I was really excited to start this and really enjoy writing this. I hope you enjoy reading as much as I did writing it.

You envied the people whose high school experiences were wonderful.

For them, high school was a place of friendships, first loves, and memories they would cherish forever. For you, it was nothing short of hell.

Some like to say that everyone gets bullied at some point, but is it normal for your bullies to hold you down and press a burning-hot straightener against your skin? Is it normal for your uniform to soak in blood from the burns, for the scars to remain years later as a reminder of their cruelty? Is it normal for their parents to bribe the police, ensuring that no justice was served?

No.

Everyone claims they were bullied, but they were never bullied the way you were.

You weren’t the only one they tormented. Yeon-jin and her group had favorites—victims they singled out and broke down piece by piece. You were one of them. Moon Dong-eun was another. She was the one they bullied the most.

Then, one day, she dropped out.

Dong-eun dropped out in her senior year, the school records listing bullying as the reason. In the official report, she named Yeon-jin, Sara, Jae-joon, Hye-jeong, and Myeong-oh. Some students whispered that Dong-eun’s homeroom teacher, Kim Jong-mun, had beaten her in the staff lounge for daring to speak up.

And then, silence.

She was gone.

You never saw her again.

For you, graduation was your only salvation. You escaped high school, but escaping didn't mean forgetting. The scars remained—not just on your skin but in your mind, woven into your thoughts, your fears, your very existence.

Yeon-jin thrived. She became a respected news reporter. Jae-joon built a luxury brand empire. Sara turned to painting, hiding her addictions behind expensive art. Hye-jeong climbed the social ladder, desperate for a place among the elite. And Myeong-oh? He remained their lapdog, their fixer, ensuring their past sins never saw the light of day.

Meanwhile, the people they destroyed were still suffering.

You swallowed your pain, buried it beneath layers of professionalism and cold calculation. You built a life—one far away from them, or so you thought.

Until one evening, eighteen years later, Moon Dong-eun appeared before you.

"Would you like to get revenge on them?"

It was the first time she had ever spoken to you. The first time someone had acknowledged the injustice of what happened.

And it was the moment you realized you would do anything to see them suffer.

Dong-eun had spent years planning her revenge. Every detail was meticulously crafted, every step carefully considered.

"Yeon-jin’s husband—Ha Do-yeong."

She slid a file toward you. Inside were documents, photographs, notes. The CEO of Jaepyeong Construction. Unlike his wife, he had built his success through hard work rather than manipulation. From all accounts, he was a man of integrity.

"I need more information on Do-yeong. If Do-yeong knew the truth about Yeon-jin, he would never stand by her," Dong-eun said. "I need someone to get close to him."

So you entered his world as his assistant in his company.

The first time you met Ha Do-yeong in person, he barely spared you a glance. A man like him—brilliant and composed—had no reason to concern himself with a new assistant. But you understood the rules of the game, the subtle art of gaining his attention.

You didn’t seek it outright. Instead, you let him notice you.

Your work was flawless, your insights unexpectedly sharp. During a high-stakes meeting, you corrected a minor yet crucial calculation before the finance team could. When an important client hesitated on a deal, you subtly shifted the conversation, using your knowledge of their company’s inner workings to sway them in Do-yeong’s favor.

He watched you after that. Not obviously, never openly. But you felt the weight of his gaze in meetings, in passing conversations. He started asking for your thoughts on projects, not just reports. He started testing you, too, throwing unexpected questions your way, just to see how you would respond.

And each time, you met him head-on.

It was a slow, methodical dance. You never overstepped, never gave him reason to doubt your professionalism. But you let him see glimpses of you—the way your mind worked, the way you saw the world.

Then, one evening, after a late meeting, he finally acknowledged what had been building between you.

“You don’t think like a typical assistant,” Do-yeong remarked as you rode the elevator down together.

You tilted your head, a small, knowing smile playing on your lips. “Is that a compliment, sir?”

He studied you for a long moment. “It’s an observation. One I’ve been making for some time now.”

You let the silence stretch between you, feeling the shift in the air. Then, with quiet confidence, you met his gaze.

“Then I hope you continue to observe.”

It was late when you finally had the chance to ask. The office was empty except for the two of you, the air heavy with the scent of coffee and paper, the quiet hum of the city beyond the windows the only sound between you. Ha Do-yeong was reviewing reports, his sleeves rolled up, his tie loosened—an image of control even in his moments of exhaustion.

You sat across from him, feigning casual interest as you set down your tablet.

"Do you ever wonder about the past?" you asked lightly, as if the question was just an idle thought.

Do-yeong barely glanced up. "Depends on the past."

"Your wife's, for example."

That made him pause. His eyes lifted to meet yours, sharp and unreadable. "What about it?"

You tilted your head, choosing your words carefully.

"I just mean… She’s a public figure. A reporter. People like that usually have well-documented histories." You offered a small, knowing smile. "You must have known everything about her before you married her."

He studied you for a moment, setting his pen down. "I knew enough," he said evenly.

"Enough," you repeated, as if turning the word over in your mind. "That’s interesting. Because people tend to hide things. Especially about their youth."

He leaned back slightly, his gaze assessing. "Is there something you’re trying to ask me?"

You met his stare, letting the silence stretch. Then, finally, you shook your head, offering a small chuckle. "No, just making conversation."

Do-yeong didn’t respond right away, but you could tell he was still watching you closely. After a long pause, he exhaled, returning his attention to his reports.

"Yeon-jin’s past isn’t something I’ve ever had reason to doubt," he said, his voice measured. "And I don’t keep records of things I don’t find relevant."

That told you everything you needed to know.

He didn’t have anything. No evidence, no knowledge of what Yeon-jin had done. He had never looked into her past because, in his world, she had never given him a reason to.

The conversation shifted after that, the moment passing without further weight. But as you left his office that night, you felt the weight of disappointment settle in your chest. Moon Dong-eun had hoped for something—anything—that could be used against Yeon-jin. But Do-yeong, for all his intelligence, was in the dark.

When you met Dong-eun later that night, you delivered the news succinctly.

"He doesn’t know," you said, watching her expression remain eerily neutral. "He never looked into her past. And if he has anything that could be used against her, he doesn’t realize it."

Dong-eun nodded, though there was no surprise in her gaze. "Then we keep going," she murmured. "If he doesn’t know the truth now… we make sure he finds out."

Days turned into weeks, and you continued weaving yourself into Ha Do-yeong’s world. You played the long game, careful and strategic, ensuring that your presence in his life remained irreplaceable.

With each passing day, he became more attuned to you—his gaze lingering a second longer, his words carrying an unspoken weight. He trusted you, even if he didn’t yet realize it.

And then, the cracks began to show.

The first was a subtle shift in Do-yeong’s demeanor.

It happened after a business dinner, an evening filled with conversation about stocks, market trends, and construction projects. But in between those discussions, Do-yeong had let something slip.

"Yeon-jin has been distracted lately," he had murmured, swirling the whiskey in his glass. "More secretive than usual."

You had only hummed in response, feigning mild interest. "Trouble at work?"

"Maybe." He glanced at you, as if weighing his next words. "Or maybe something else."

That was when you knew.

Moon Dong-eun’s plan was working.

The moment everything changed came on an unassuming afternoon.

You were in the office, organizing reports, when Do-yeong received a package—an unmarked envelope, hand-delivered. He opened it without much thought, expecting business documents or a contract.

Instead, he found photographs.

Burn scars.

Not Yeon-jin’s. Not anyone he recognized. But unmistakable in their cruelty. The skin melted and twisted, the wounds deep enough to have been inflicted deliberately.

And at the bottom of the envelope was a single note.

Your wife did this.

You kept your gaze trained on your work, feigning ignorance, but you could feel the shift in the room. The way Do-yeong stiffened, his breathing going shallow as he processed what he was seeing.

For the first time, the undeniable truth had been placed before him.

He left early that day, the envelope clutched in his hand.

After that, Do-yeong started searching.

You could tell by the way his phone calls grew colder, his interactions with Yeon-jin more distant. He started spending nights at hotels instead of home, using business as an excuse. But the real reason was written in the way he barely looked at her when they did cross paths.

He was pulling away.

And that was when you knew it was time for the next step.

One evening, as you prepared to leave the office, Do-yeong spoke up.

“Do you believe in justice?”

The question was abrupt, catching you off guard—but only for a moment.

You turned to face him, tilting your head slightly. “That depends on what kind of justice you’re looking for.”

He exhaled, running a hand over his face. “The kind that fixes mistakes that should never have been made.”

For a brief second, his mask slipped. The exhaustion in his eyes, the weight of knowing that his wife—the mother of his child—wasn’t the woman he thought she was.

You held his gaze, your voice soft when you finally spoke.

“Then maybe it’s time you start looking for the truth.”

Do-yeong was nothing if not thorough.

Once doubt had taken root, he didn’t stop until he had answers. And when he started looking, the truth unraveled faster than even you expected.

He found old school records. Reports of bullying buried under bribes. Witnesses who had long since moved on but still carried the memories. And then, finally, he found Moon Dong-eun.

She was waiting for him.

They met in a quiet café, away from prying eyes. You weren’t there for the conversation, but you didn’t need to be.

When Do-yeong returned to the office that evening, his expression was unreadable.

“She told me everything.” His voice was low, distant. “And I believe her.”

You nodded, not surprised.

“Yeon-jin doesn’t know that I know.” He exhaled, gripping the edge of his desk. “But she will soon.”

The calm before the storm.

And you were more than ready to watch it all unfold.

The scandal broke like wildfire.

Ha Do-yeong filed for divorce. Not quietly, not discreetly—but in full view of the public eye, ensuring that there would be no escaping the scrutiny.

Moon Dong-eun had done her part, exposing the truth in a way that no amount of money could bury. The testimonies, the evidence—it was all there.

Yeon-jin’s career was ruined overnight. Jae-joon, Sara, and Hye-jeong were dragged down with her. Myeong-oh? Dead. A casualty of the war long before it reached its peak.

And you?

You stood by, watching as justice was finally served.

Watching as Ha Do-yeong, the man who had once been oblivious to the darkness in his own home, walked away from it all.

Months later, in a quiet moment, Do-yeong sat across from you in a small café in London, far from the chaos of Seoul.

Ye-sol played by the window, her laughter soft, innocent—untouched by the sins of her parents.

Do-yeong sipped his coffee, his gaze settling on you. “You were right,” he murmured.

You raised a brow. “About what?”

“About the choices we don’t remember making.” His lips curved slightly. “And the ones that change everything.”

You held his gaze, feeling the weight of everything that had led you here.

“I never expected to find this,” he admitted. “Not after everything.”

You smiled. “Then maybe this was a choice worth making.”

And this time, when he reached for your hand, you didn’t pull away.

[angelique-of-the-volturi-guard]

Listen I am on my rewatch of The Glory and aside from being madly in love with both the romantic and unhinged nature of Joo Yeo Jeong, The absolute disparity between the good and bad parents in this show is killing me.

Dong-Eun’s mom? Absolute piece of trash with no class.

Yeon-Jin’s mom? Karen who thinks money and power can buy you anything.

Yeo-Jeong’s mom? Absolutely 100% supportive, but not stupid and committed to doing the right thing.

Kang Hyeon-Nam? The baddest bitch alive, willing to do anything to save her daughter even if it means endangering herself.

And then you have the disparity between Jae Jun and Do-Hyeong, who both cared about Ye-Sol. Jae Jun only cared about her when it was convenient for him and wanted her not because he truly loved her but because he wanted to possess her. Meanwhile, you have Do-Hyeong who is constantly looking out for Ye-Sol’s best interests even though he isn’t biologically related to her.

NOT ONLY THAT, but you also have Yeo-Jeong’s Dad, who was murdered by a patient while doing what he thought was right by saving him, unintentionally starting his son on the path to revenge.

And like yeah The Glory’s main focus is revenge but it’s also an exquisite commentary on how we pass down, inherit, come to terms with, and outright prevent generational trauma from our parents. It also shows how we can choose to do better or worse than they did based on the relationships we create or take for granted.

Idk man, as a generational trauma cycle breaker myself and mom of an (adopted adult) daughter that also experienced so much of that, this show gets to me on a parenting level in a way I can’t even begin to describe.

(Also Do-Yeong’s relationship with Ye-Sol makes me cry in the best way 🥹)

[thatstrangegiiirrlll]

Cram Session

Yeon Sieun x Female reader

Genre: Smut

A/N: Just a quick heads up — I do not write about underage characters. If a character is under 18 in their original movie or show, I age them up to 18+ and place them in a setting where they are fully matured. I also do not write for underage actors, celebrities, or public figures.

For example: the actor who plays Yeon Si-eun is 25 years old in real life, though he portrays a teenager in the show. If Park Ji-hoon were an actual minor, I would not be writing about him, period.

This is just a note for future reference for anyone who may want to send prompts once my requests reopen — please keep these boundaries in mind.

Thank you so much for understanding and for reading!

🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋

Synopsis: Si-eun has been studious his whole life— incredibly devoted. He is an overachiever in everything that he does. At 20 years old, you’re his first serious girlfriend. And as an overachiever, he wants to ace all your tests and get you just right. But today he’s feeling the pressure and who better to help him release it than you?

“Yes?” he says into the phone, the hasty reply betraying the fact that you caught him mid-mode — earphones in, the outside world tuned out.

You already know how he gets like this.

But you don’t care.

That’s not the version of him you want right now.

“Could you at least pretend to be happy to hear your girlfriend’s voice?” you tease, your tone playful but lightly wounded.

There’s a sigh on the other end — a soft mix of guilt and surrender.

“I’m sorry,” he says, his voice gentler now, warmer. “I’m always happy to hear from you.”

The apology makes you smile, the hurt forgotten.

“That’s more like it. Are you home or on campus?”

“Home,” he answers, and you hear the familiar squeak of his old desk chair as he leans back.

“Wanna come over?”

That’s all it takes.

You’re already halfway to his apartment before he can even hang up.

You punch in the door code — the one he gave you weeks ago, a little milestone you still secretly cherish — and slip inside. You peel off your shoes, hang your jacket up—

—and nearly jump out of your skin.

Sieun is right there, standing inches from you, his nose almost brushing yours.

Holy fuck.

Your heart leaps into your throat as you let out a startled, breathless laugh.

“Sieun,” you say, voice shaky with adrenaline. “You scared me…”

He doesn’t flinch. Just looks at you with that unreadable expression — the one you’ve slowly learned is never blank at all, but layered with meanings you’re still learning to decode.

You tilt your head, quirking an eyebrow. “Is everything alri—”

Before you can finish, he lifts you off the ground in one swift, fluid motion.

You gasp out his name, clutching his shoulders, your thighs instinctively wrapping around his waist.

You barely have time to process the closeness before his mouth finds yours — urgent, hungry.

Your eyes flutter closed, melting into the kiss.

He pulls back just slightly, breath brushing your lips.

“Hi,” he murmurs.

You let out a helpless laugh, pinching his cheek affectionately. “Hi, you weirdo.”

You wouldn’t trade it for anything.

He carries you into the bedroom like you weigh nothing, setting you down on the edge of the bed. You stare up at him, wide-eyed and patient, already feeling the electric pull between you.

He glances over his shoulder at the cluttered desk — books, notes, open tabs — and sighs.

“I’m stressed.”

You know that code by now.

You know exactly what’s about to happen.

And you’re more than ready for it.

You rise from the bed, striding toward him with slow, deliberate steps, peeling your clothes off piece by piece — never once breaking eye contact.

By the time you’re down to just your panties, Sieun’s hands are already on you, gripping your wrists, pulling you sharply to him. You gasp, heart skipping.

He turns you around, running a firm hand down the arch of your back.

A full-body shiver racks you at the contact.

The tension in the room is thick, nearly suffocating, as you wait for his next move.

He kneels behind you, his hands grasping your ass before landing a sharp slap that echoes through the room.

You whimper — more pleasure than pain — back arching instinctively.

He takes his time peeling your panties down, savoring every moment.

“Fuck,” he growls low in his throat, watching your arousal trail down your thighs.

He stands and places you gently onto your stomach, your hips propped up just the way he likes.

Another slap.

Both cheeks jiggle beautifully under his hands.

You hiss through your teeth, a delicious sting warming your skin — and then gasp when you feel his tongue.

He licks you thoroughly, teasing between your pussy and ass with maddening skill.

Slow, fast, soft, hard — his mouth never stopping, never relenting.

It’s too much.

You cum once.

And then again.

Your legs tremble violently, body sagging into the bed as you lose the strength to hold yourself up.

But he’s nowhere near done.

He presses kisses up your spine, his mouth tender now as he undresses himself.

You barely have time to catch your breath before he’s lifting you again — strong hands beneath your thighs, positioning you just right.

He pushes inside you slowly, carefully, stretching you with unbearable sweetness.

You clutch onto him, your body shuddering against his chest.

“Hold on,” he whispers against your skin, voice rich and low.

You do.

God, you do.

His hands grip your thighs possessively as he begins to thrust, starting slow, savoring it — then building faster, deeper, harder.

Every thick, wet stroke drives the air from your lungs, drives thought from your mind.

You blink up at him — his flushed face, the dark hunger in his bloodshot eyes — and feel a helpless wave of butterflies erupt in your chest.

His breath hitches, hot against your mouth, his brows knitted in pure concentration.

He adjusts his hold on you, fucking up into you with brutal precision — your ass bouncing in his hands, the messy, frantic slap of bodies filling the room.

You’re clawing at his back now, nails scraping skin, desperate for somewhere to put the overwhelming sensation.

His cock angles just right — hitting your sweet spot with cruel consistency.

You cum again — violently, uncontrollably — crying out as your body clamps down hard around him.

Sieun groans low in his throat, staggering as you milk him for everything he’s got.

He lets out a small, broken whimper — his tell — right before he bursts inside you, spilling deep, deep, deep.

You kiss him through it, swallowing his ragged, muffled moans.

When it’s over, he collapses onto the bed with you still straddling him, still connected.

“Thank you,” he breathes, his hand lazily smoothing down your back.

You smile sleepily, kissing his cheek.

Happy. Satisfied. Yours.

When you finally lift yourself off him, his cock slips free with a wet, obscene pop that makes you both shiver.

You glance down at the mess between your thighs, at the proof of just how deep he had been, and sigh contentedly.

It’s the perfect ending to the perfect ride.

🤍

I’m back and I’m better, lovessss! Breaking my Tumblr fast with some nice, steamy smut for you all. 🥰

I truly hope this wasn’t too out of character for Sieun — your feedback is always welcome!

Hope you missed me. I missed you!

— Ash <3

[amethystina]

Hi!

I’m curious as to why u didn’t like The Glory. It’s not my cup of tea but I’ve watched only the first season and it was intense as hell😖

Hi there!

Well, it's a bit of a long story, really. To be honest, I don't blame people who like it and it's far from the worst drama I've seen. It's just that certain aspects of it make me so goddamn angry I am legit seconds away from throwing a chair across the room when I think about them.

Again, that's not to say that I can't understand the appeal but it is, without a doubt, Not My Cup of Tea. It has too many inconsistencies, plot contrivances, unnecessary plotlines, wonky characterisation, and the aforementioned infuriating aspects for me to like it. And the more I think about the drama, the more I dislike it.

But that's a personal thing. And while I can agree that there was some intense build-up in the first season, it fell apart in the second one.

That said, I think the actors did a good job! Many of them were great, even! My main issue is with the writing choices and stuff like that.

If you want a longer explanation, feel free to look under the cut. But do be warned: it's going to be long, vicious, and perhaps a little nitpicky at times. I'm also a petty bitch, so there's that. Most of you have only really seen me discuss and pick apart things I like, but I'm just as detailed when I criticise things I don't like. But, usually, I save that for conversations with friends or when I rant for literal hours in front of my poor, suffering wife.

Anyhow.

If you like The Glory, please DO NOT read this. This isn't me trying to ruin the drama for anyone or start some beef — I just want to explain why it didn't work for me. This is my personal opinion, nothing else.

And if you still decide to read it and get angry — don't blame me xD

Also, obviously: Major spoilers for both seasons of The Glory.

(And to those of you who haven't seen the drama and might, for some reason, want to read this anyway, warnings for: mentions of bullying, violence, murder, rape, non-consensual filming of sexual acts, alcoholism, suicide ideation, suicide attempt, domestic abuse, and domestic abuse involving a teenaged child)

This is by no means a complete list of grievances, but rather the big ones that I can still remember. Because I haven't really been trying to retain the details given that I didn't enjoy the drama all that much.

First: You Can't Plan For Shit

The drama pretends that Dong Eun has spent years planning her revenge but when she actually shows up to put it in motion, she doesn't actually have a plan. The drama will tell you that she does, but if you look at her actions you soon realise that her only real plan was to start working at the school that Yeon Jin's daughter attends. Everything else — and I do mean almost everything else — is handed to her through convenient coincidences or because people suddenly decide to help her simply because she's the main character. She does almost nothing to actually plot and execute her revenge. She orders Hyun Nam to spy on her bullies, sure, but their meeting is a coincidence. How was Dong Eun planning to handle that if they hadn't met? Do it herself? Not gather the information? Wait for a convenient miracle?

She's also determined to make Yeon Jin's husband leave her so that Yeon Jin becomes as lonely and abandoned as Dong Eun feels, but she has no plan for how to do that, either. Aside from playing Go with him? Ma'am. That's not a plan — that's sharing a hobby. But then, conveniently, she discovers that Yeon Jin's husband isn't the father of their child! Because of infidelity! And lying! How convenient! Yeon Jin's husband definitely won't like that!

And yes, that is, in the end, what makes the most impact on him but, again, no thanks to Dong Eun. She didn't plan that.

Maybe Kang Yo Han from The Devil Judge has spoiled me but if you're going to tell me that a character has been plotting her revenge for 10+ years, you better show me A Plan. And "she studied to become a teacher, learned how to play Go, and stalked her bullies' social media" is NOT a plan. Because that is, in the end, the extent of Dong Eun's preparations. Her master plan.

I'm sorry, what?

And this isn't a case of "I am adjusting my plan as I find new allies and information" but a "I had absolutely no plan to begin with and am flying completely blind, waiting for a new ally to pop up to conveniently give me exactly the information I need at exactly the right time so that I can overcome this very specific obstacle." In the end, Dong Eun's revenge is executed through a series of convenient events that, for the most part, have nothing to do with her. She has some moments when she has the final hand in what happens — like leaving drugs for Sa Ra to find, or giving Hye Jeong the eyedrops that will blind Jae Joon — but they're so minor it's laughable.

The majority of the events are caused, orchestrated, planned, handled, and perpetrated by someone else.

Which leads us to:

Second: Cool motive — but where's the fucking murder?

Now, don't get me wrong. I don't need there to be murder in a revenge story. It doesn't matter if it takes the forgiveness or avenger route — as long as the conclusion is satisfying, I'm happy. But when a drama keeps building up the main character as someone who has nothing left to lose and is willing to do everything for her revenge, I'm going to expect her to do something morally questionable before the story is done.

Like, the drama keeps telling me, over and over, that she's going to forsake her humanity for this revenge. She's going to go as far as she has to — it doesn't matter what it'll cost her or her conscience. Just you wait for it, she's gonna go dark side! We promise! There will be blood! And death! And destruction!

But, in the end, all the murders and violence are committed by someone else. At most, she's the accomplice who hands over the weapon and, sometimes, not even that. There are times when she's literally just a spectactor, watching the events unfold. And not in a clever "I will make them destroy each other without dirtying my hands" sort of way. Which, to be honest, I would have loved to see? There would be something truly poetic if she managed to trick her bullies into destroying each other.

But considering what I mentioned earlier — about Dong Eun having no plans and only having a very small part in executing each revenge — that falls apart. It's not so much "I made them hurt each other" as "they probably would have eventually anyway and I just happened to be standing next to the action when it happened."

Again, too much build-up and no satisfying resolution. This drama promises so much but never delivers.

And I honestly don't know why? It could just be bad writing, or maybe they weren't comfortable actually making her as morally grey as they alluded to? They want her to seem like a badass but murder is bad so while they'll tell the viewer that she might kill someone, she never does. Because then maybe people won't like her.

Though trust me when I say that there are a lot better reasons for not liking Dong Eun — but more about that later.

I think the part about murder that bugs me the most is that Dong Eun never commits any (despite how many times the drama hinted at her maybe doing it) but Yeon Jin's husband — who was noticeably shaken and appalled at the thought of his wife being a murderer — apparently changes his mind on a dime and is one of those to commits a murder Dong Eun should be committing. I get that it was meant to be a "I will do this to stop this maniac from stealing my daughter" kind of decision, but it just felt insulting to his character. He was one of the few people with a sense of morality in that drama and, in the end, they made him forsake it.

To kill someone that Dong Eun should have killed? Why couldn't she? When she's been bragging about how vicious she is the entire drama? Why force that nice man to carry the burden of that murder?

I genuinely don't get it.

Like, there's no satisfaction, whatsoever? Sure, Dong Eun's bullies are punished, but she didn't do anything. She can't actually take credit for most of what happened. It was always someone else's actions and decisions that led to their demise. And that feels like such a letdown after the drama kept hyping her up, preparing us for something spectacular.

She literally just stood there and took credit.

Third: Plot Armour Thicker Than the Earth's Crust

Aside from the abuse Dong Eun suffers at the hands of her mother and bullies at school, she is impervious to damage or harm. She has some of the thickest plot armour I have ever seen, especially in a drama that includes a fair share of violence and murder.

That's not to say that I want her to get hurt, of course, but it's ridiculous how no one even tries to hurt her when she shows up again when they're all adults. Like, these people have done some terrible shit over the years but they never — not once — attempt to stop Dong Eun through violent means. It's downright bizarre that Dong Eun can supposedly trick them into hurting and killing each other (though, again: debatable), but no one stops to go: "hey, should we maybe do this to the woman who's threatening to ruin our lives instead?"

Not. A. Single. One.

And that just becomes comical after a certain point? These people could violently torture and rape young girls when they, themselves, were kids but once they're all grown up they're too scared to even slap one of said girls? Why? What is going on?

Again, I don't want that to happen, but it makes no goddamn sense that they wouldn't at least try. Jae Joon is the only one who was a bit menacing at times, but not even he seemed to consider the option of punching Dong Eun in the face. If only just for the satisfaction of having done so. And sure, maybe some would argue that they're grown up now and have more control over their emotions etc. etc.

Except they're willing to kill EACH OTHER.

So, clearly, not much growth has happened in that regard.

They're just not allowed to kill or hurt Dong Eun. The woman who's supposedly the mastermind behind their lives falling apart is not to be touched. But everyone else is fair game.

Because that makes sense.

The most laughable example of this is when Yeon Jin's mum decides to run a man over with her car — with the clear intention of killing him — to stop him from blackmailing her about the murder her daughter committed as a teenager. An overreaction, I would argue, but at least someone is making good on their threats.

I'm looking at you, Dong Eun.

And I absolutely fucking lost it when Dong Eun then blackmails the mum with the murder she just committed to hide the murder her daughter committed and the woman just... does nothing. She lets herself be blackmailed. Like, if I were her, I would just have taken that car for another spin, if you know what I mean. Or perhaps used my vast fortune to hire a hitman to kill Dong Eun.

Especially since this mum knows who Dong Eun is — and that Dong Eun is currently the one trying to ruin her daughter's life — and also knows that Dong Eun has no relatives who would care if she died. It would be so easy to kill her. And, clearly, this woman is capable of murder. Both committing them and trying to cover them up. And has the means to do it. But as soon as Dong Eun is the one who should be the next victim, the drama and all the characters completely forget that murder is an option.

And no, I am not going to accept the argument that maybe the mum realised that it would just become an endless cycle of more murders to hide the murders because she's gotten this far, why stop now?

Again, it's not like I want Dong Eun to die, but it makes no sense that no one even considers that an option? They can kill each other and several extras, but not Dong Eun. They can't even threaten her with violence. The writing won't let them.

And I honestly get why because, if they did let people want to kill Dong Eun, she would die. Because her enemies are genuinely too powerful for her and the only reason why they don't win is because they're not allowed to because Dong Eun is the main character.

Simple as that.

In the end, the worst thing the bullies did to Dong Eun when they're all adults was to get her fired.

The scoundrels!

Fourth: Character consistency? Don't know her.

A minor gripe in the grand scheme of things but still annoying as fuck. A lot of characters had sudden personality changes depending on the scene and what was expected of them.

Like Yeon Jin's mum who could kill one moment but stopped the next. Or the Yeon Jin's husband who was horrified by murder but then committed one himself. Or Dong Eun being really inconsistent with when her PTSD will show up. And all of the villains suddenly turning into panicked, hysterical messes at the end despite being portrayed as bordering on psychopaths up until that point.

The drama also tried to sell Dong Eun as very cold and unapproachable — which I think makes sense considering all her trauma — but also shoehorn in the obligatory moments when her humanity shines through. Which I usually love but fell flat this time because those moments were rarely because of something she did but rather something others did with, for, or to her. Like, they want to show that she's bonding with Hyun Nam but it's all Hyun Nam's doing. And they want Dong Eun to have a romance with Yeo Jung, but that's also all his doing.

And no, it doesn't come off as "I am traumatised and reluctant to form bonds and am therefore stilted but deep down I'm a good person." She offers the other person nothing in return but they still keep coming back to her, care for her, try to make friends with her, and want to help her. And I genuinely don't know why.

I'm no stranger to an antihero or difficult characters being loved despite their flaws, but she gives literally nothing. She's flippant, uncaring, and curt to the point of impoliteness. And that in itself is fine. Characters don't have to be warm and likeable. But you're at least going to have to explain to me why the people around her are so determined to love her despite all this. And the drama never does.

It's just one of those "because she's the main character" things again.

Or, alternatively: because he's too unhinged to know better.

Which brings us to:

Fifth: Twilight Is a Better Love Story

I fucking said it and I stand by it.

The love story was painful to watch. Now, don't get me wrong — I love me a woman getting herself a younger boyfriend who worships the very ground she walks on. I also love him falling first.

But this aint it, fam.

Partly because the chemistry was lacking between the actors (Dong Eun honestly had more chemistry with Yeon Jin's husband) but also because of the plot in general. I don't see why a romance was even necessary? It doesn't feel like Dong Eun was anywhere near ready for that considering where she is in her recovery. Not just because she's so cold and unapproachable, but just... disinterested? It doesn't seem like she wants a romance with this man? Until she suddenly kisses him at the end?

I honestly had to hold back a wince when they kissed because, to me, it felt so terribly awkward.

I also want to mention the fact that Yeo Jung's attachment to Dong Eun is bordering on an obsession brought on by his trauma and the obvious mental health issues he has. Now, that in itself isn't the problem — I would be a hypocrite if I said that considering some of the dramas I've written for — but I can't help but feel sorry for him? Because, as mentioned, Dong Eun gives almost nothing back. Which she's not obligated to! But, like, it doesn't exactly help the already awkward and unbalanced romance?

A romance which, again, didn't even have to happen? If it's a way to symbolise Dong Eun moving on, then a friendship or platonic partners in crime would have sufficed. And they definitely shouldn't have added the bit about them getting revenge on the dude who killed Yeo Jung's dad if they wanted it to symbolise her moving on. Because, clearly, that's not a step forward so much as an awkward crab shuffle to the left down another rabbit hole of revenge.

I just didn't like it. And even more so because the shitty love story is a key component in the biggest and angriest issue I have with this drama.

Which is:

Sixth: Justice For Kang Hyun Nam

I'm going to attempt to convey my opinions on this as calmly as I can but, let me tell you, I've been kind in my arguments up until this point. This is where the gloves come off because holy fucking shit I am so unbelievably angry.

I love Hyun Nam. I love her so much.

And I will never forgive Dong Eun for the shit she put Hyun Nam and Hyun Nam's teenage daughter through.

NEVER.

Because, sure, the two of them agreed to help each other out — Dong Eun needing help with her revenge and Hyun Nam wanting to get rid of her husband — and there was technically no time limit. But I cannot — and will not — accept the fact that, apparently, that meant that Dong Eun was going to draw out fulfilling her part of the deal. All while the drama tries to portray her as a semi-sympathetic character who somehow manages to build a friendship with Hyun Nam.

Dong Eun literally left this woman and her sixteen-year-old daughter to get abused by their alcoholic husband/father for fucking weeks.

WEEKS.

When she could have stopped it at any time. She literally just stood there and personally watched them get beaten at one point.

And sure, maybe you'd want to argue that she didn't want to kill Hyun Nam's husband too soon since that might mean Hyun Nam would stop helping her. Turning it into a selfish thing to prove how cold and calculating Dong Eun is. But that just brings us back to the problem that then the goddamn drama shouldn't have simultaneously tried to make me like Dong Eun and her relationship with Hyun Nam. You can't expect me to watch this woman and her daughter get brutally beaten — because, yes, they forced us to, more than once — all while knowing that Dong Eun can make it stop but she doesn't, and then also want me to conveniently forget about that cruelty and betrayal so that I can coo over their friendship.

Fuck you, drama. Sincerely, FUCK YOU.

I am fucking livid.

Now, I know that ending situations of domestic abuse aren't easy. That's not what this is about. Because you gotta remember that the drama has hyped Dong Eun up as a mastermind who can plan and execute fantastic revenge plots. So, clearly, it should be a breeze for her. The man is a fucking alcoholic gambler! South Korea has very firm laws concerning gambling so all Dong Eun had to do was tip the police off and he'd be whisked away to prison for the foreseeable future.

But oh no, we can't have that. We have to watch this abuse continue and see bruises on this woman and her daughter for almost the entire drama. Because Dong Eun just... doesn't care? Fucked if I know to be honest. The drama never gives a good reason, to the point where it just feels like torture porn. Especially since the writers are simultaneously trying to sell me a wonderful friendship between these two women.

When one of them is just standing by watching the other get brutally beaten on the regular.

And this alone would have been enough, to be honest, but this drama is the gift that just keeps on giving, let me tell you. And I'm now going to have to focus real hard not to devolve into incoherent cursing because rarely — if ever — have I seen a plotline in a drama that has made me as fucking pissed off as this one. Is it the worst that can happen to a person? No. But the insincerity and stupidity of the writers just add salt to the wounds in a way that turns my anger into blood-boiling rage.

Basically, there was a time when Dong Eun wanted to use Yeo Jung for her revenge too, yeah? Aside from asking him to teach her how to play Go, she wondered if she could maybe turn him into an ally similar to what Hyun Nam became later. But then she explains to him that she changed her mind and decided not to get him involved because it's dangerous and he's suffered enough.

Because he was a victim.

Because he was so terribly sad after having watched his dad get murdered.

And yes, definitely. BUT WHAT THE ACTUAL FUCK.

The pretty boy toy is too much of a victim for you to use, but the abused mother that you're watching getting bludgeoned on the regular is fair game? She's not a victim at all?

WHAT IN THE EVERLOVING FUCK?!

Please take a moment to let that sink in. Because I need you to understand just how fucking stupid and insulting that is.

Now, I know that probably wasn't the message the drama was trying to send but that's what I mean with insincerity. The writers don't even realise the implications of what they're writing. They'd so focused on "oh, she made an exception for Yeo Jung and that'll prove she loves him" to notice what that means for Hyun Nam. Because Yeo Jung was precious enough to save from any kind of damage, but Hyun Nam and her daughter had to live through weeks of continued beatings because Dong Eun was dragging their feet.

They want to portray Dong Eun as compassionate for sparing Yeo Jung, which only makes what she puts Hyun Nam through all the more horrifying.

And I'm going to have to assume that's because Dong Eun doesn't have a romance with Hyun Nam. That's the only plausible explanation at this point. There's nothing else that sets these characters apart so much that Dong Eun would choose to spare one but not the other. Arguably, she has more reasons to help Hyun Nam, even, since there's a child involved. But oh no.

And no, I am not going to accept the argument that Dong Eun is supposed to be ruthless because then the fucking drama shouldn't also try to build a cutesy friendship between her and Hyun Nam to humanise her again. And they portray it as a good thing. As something that brings Hyun Nam purpose and happiness. Hyun Nam is grateful that she gets to be friends with Dong Eun.

I'm not saying that it's impossible to build a relationship between two people with this dynamic, but it's done so clumsily that it feels like an insult. Not once does Hyun Nam ask why Dong Eun hasn't helped her yet. She just accepts it and continues trying to befriend Dong Eun. There's no doubt or animosity or hints that, maybe, Dong Eun is being a bit cruel when she's letting this continue. The drama doesn't hold her accountable in any way and just brushes it aside.

She is, once again, excused because she's the main character.

And the cherry on top of this goddamn mess is that one of the themes of the drama is — and I shit you not:

"What if someone had helped me when I needed it the most? What could I have become then? Would I have been happier? Think of all the suffering I could have avoided. Some kindness might have saved me :C "

OH.

YOU MEAN LIKE HOW YOU COULD HAVE SAVED HYUN NAM AND HER DAUGHTER BUT CHOOSE NOT TO?

I wish I was joking.

I fucking wish I was joking.

But I'm not. This drama is so fucking stupid that one of its main messages is completely ruined by the main character's actions towards one of the other characters.

And no, Hyun Nam's situation is in no way a part of Dong Eun realising this. She doesn't reflect on the fact that she's also guilty of just standing by and watching people suffer. That's never addressed. It's not some kind of lesson Dong Eun learns and decides to do better. Because Dong Eun is the main character and how she treats Hyun Nam is perfectly fine. Nothing to see here.

I cannot with words express just how angry this whole thing makes me.

I mean, yes, in the end, it's just a drama and no real people were harmed, but it infuriates me when media does this kind of shit with subjects that are as serious as domestic abuse. When they make it so obvious that they don't care. They don't care about Hyun Nam or her daughter. They put both of them through so much unnecessary pain and then belittle that pain by instead saving the pretty love interest because oh noes, imagine if he had to suffer! D:

Again: SINCERELY, FUCK YOU.

And I also hate the fact that, in the end, Dong Eun didn't even kill Hyun Nam's husband. She let Yeon Jin's mother do it. Which, I will point out, wasn't some masterplan of Dong Eun's, either. The fact that Hyun Nam's husband found information to blackmail Yeon Jin's mother with was a coincidence. And there were no guarantees he would choose to blackmail her with it. And Dong Eun couldn't know that Yeon Jin's mother was going to murder him for it.

Honestly, in the end, Hyun Nam herself did more to get her husband killed than Dong Eun did.

So, when you think about it, Dong Eun used Hyun Nam for weeks and didn't even really fulfil her part of the deal. The drama tries to tell me that Dong Eun did because Hyun Nam's husband died, but she had no part in it.

I hate it here.

(And I'm almost done, I promise)

Seventh: Pick n' Mix (a.k.a. a collection of smaller stuff that annoys me)

It made no sense for Yeon Jin's mom to save the nametag because the only ones who might get hurt by her doing so were her daughter and herself. But of course she did it so that Dong Eun could use it for plot-convenient purposes later.

Why, exactly, couldn't Hyun Nam follow her daughter to the US? Her husband died in a car accident and no one suspects she might be involved. Why does everyone act as if it is now impossible for her to ever see her daughter again? Dong Eun has enough money to give her a plane ticket. I am genuinely confused.

How did Dong Eun know that Yeon Jin wasn't the one who dealt Myeong Oh the killing blow? Did she base that assumption on the fact that Gyeong Ran moved out of the storage space the day after? Because, ma'am, that could just as easily have been because Gyeong Ran witnessed the murder and fled. But no, turns out she was the actual murderer and Dong Eun apparently deduced this from some very telling fact I must have missed.

I know that Sa Ra was one of the villains and they were supposed to be punished, but to have a group of people film — possibly livestream — her as she's pleasuring herself while she's high as a kite made me nauseous. But that could be because I have triggers involving sexual abuse/violence and I don't enjoy watching anyone get that kind of "punishment."

The sheer number of unnecessary plotlines, like the whole thing with the teacher at her school. Did not need to be there. At all.

I was confused by the rather random inclusion of the supernatural in this drama. Not saying I'm necessarily against it, but it took me out of the experience to suddenly be told that, apparently, ghosts are real in this world and one of them just possessed and killed a shaman. Who knew?

Hye Jeong suddenly showing her naked boobs was completely unnecessary and added nothing — and I do mean nothing — to the plot, scene, or characterisation. It was a moment of nudity for shock value alone because omg bewbs!

Yeo Jung's mother stopping Dong Eun from committing suicide at the end by essentially emotionally blackmailing her because if Dong Eun dies, Yeo Jung will kill himself, too. Now, I obviously don't mind that Dong Eun was stopped — people with suicidal thoughts deserve all the help and compassion they can possibly get — but the way it was handled felt clumsy and insulting. And, admittedly, I didn't buy Dong Eun's desire to die. Which is a horrible thing to say, I know. I just mean that it felt forced and contrived for the plot — like something she had to do because the writer told her to. It was just a mess in general.

Related to that: Yeo Jung, sweetheart? Get therapy. Please don't decide to kill yourself because someone you know is also having those kinds of thoughts.

In conclusion:

Thanks, I hate it.

[buldakdrama]

5 KDramas to Watch if You Want to See Female Villains in Action

There are three main elements to make a Kdrama worth watching - the main leads, the execution of the storyline and the villains. You can’t deny the fact that villains like Jung Joon Ho and Imoogi have made the courses of the dramas even more exciting and enthralling to watch. Villains have sometimes made us hate them with all of our hearts, sometimes they silently secured a place in it (just like Jung Guen Won from Itaewon Class). 

When it comes to Kdrama villains, they are mostly male but that doesn’t mean Korean Industry has not gifted us some of the cruelest and toughest female villains. And if you are yet to enjoy one of these bone-chilling female villains of Kdrama, then you are at the right place because today we have brought 5 deadliest yet underrated female villains for you to enjoy.  

1. Park Yeon Jin - The Glory

There is hardly anyone who has not watched The Glory yet. The drama deals with sensitive themes like high school bullying, abuse of power and money, infidelity and so on. And when a drama is mainly dark themed, the actors playing these dark roles need to be talented enough to pull the roles perfectly without leaving any loopholes. Lim Ji Yeon here plays the role of Park Yeon Jin, who is the leader of the bully group. She is a spoiled teen brat, who abuses her power and money to get away with her wrong doings. She constantly bullies Moon Dong Eun, pushes another student from the rooftop, kills one of her notorious friends, cheats on her husband and what not. She has all the ill-qualities that will make you hate her from the core of your heart. But her character and Lim Ji Yeon’s ability to blend with the role, makes the drama much more enjoyable and thrilling. So, if you have not watched it, you should give it a try but proceed with caution since there are triggering concepts.  

2. Choi Myeong Hee - Vincenzo

Everything I try to write about Choi Myeong Hee will fall short. The way we all wanted to kill her while watching Vicenzo is proof of the ability of Kim Yeo Jin in portraying this evil lawyer, who is also Jung Joon Ho’s ally. She’s nasty, she is evil, she is cruel, even her accent will tick you off very badly. But we have to admit to the fact that the drama would not be as marvelous as it is without her character in it. She constantly commits many wrong deeds only to gain more and more power. However, we must admit that we all have been quite impressed by her zumba dancing skills anyway. 

3. Cha Moon Suk - Lawless Lawyer

The character of Cha Moon Suk is the perfect example of two-faced. This Lawless Lawyer villain appears to be all noble and caring but she is actually corrupt and greedy. Lee Hye Young plays the role of a senior judge, who secretly runs a corrupt charity and spares absolutely no one who comes in her way. She doesn’t even hesitate to kill her dear friend nor does she show mercy for her long-time right hand man Ahn Oh Joo. She’s driven by her greed and can do anything to attain more power and money. In my personal opinion, her character and awesome screenplay is probably the only thing that makes the drama worth watching, as for me, both of the main leads could have portrayed themselves a lot better. 

4. Kang So Young - School 2015

Here comes another bully, Kang So Young from School 2015. Cha Soo Hyang plays this character of this spoiled teenager Kang So Young who finds great pleasure in bullying her orphan classmate, Eun Bi. Her bullying goes so far that Eun Bi is pushed to the verge of death. However, Kang So Young feels no remorse. As the drama goes, she gets even more evil as she does not show any sign of leaving Eun Bi alone. She does not even regret her choices and uses her parent’s power to get away with everything. However, at the end of the drama she reflects upon her choices and apologies to Eun Bi. But that does not mean her character is easily forgiven, am I right? 

5. Choi Yoo Jin - The K2

Here comes our last and my personal favorite pick, Choi Yoo Jin from The K2. Even though Yoo Jin’s character is not the villain but an antagonist, still she is a deserving candidate for this list. Song Yoon Ah plays the role of Choi Yoo Jin, who is a woman of mid 40s, she is also a daughter from a chaebol family but is disinherited. Her father disowned her because she married a politician. And guess what, that same husband, goes behind her back every night and cheats on her on a daily basis. She is also the CEO of JSS Security, which is responsible for her presidential candidate husband’s security. Her character certainly makes some bad choices, such as separating her step-daughter from her husband and using her constantly to blackmail the man, but she is the one to hurt the most as well. 

Even though her relationship with her family and husband is dianted and she is mostly used for money, she gives her everything to keep his husband’s image spotless. She grows a fondness, dare I say romantic feelings, for Kim Je Ha (Ji Chang Wook) but that too is quickly shut down as the main female lead comes into the picture. All in all, she may seem to be an evil woman but she actually is a victim of fate and betrayal, which is understandable. Song Yoon Ah’s incredible acting and her on screen chemistry with Ji Chang Wook is one of the primary reasons why you should watch the drama if you have not already. 

That was all for today, we will come with another recommendation post, sooner than you think. 

– Admin Nika

[dropsofsunin]

⠀⠀⠀  #THEMUSES ‹3⠀⠀⠀  conheça os muses como os álbuns favoritos da sunin!

  ›  yoon ha-yeon como evermore, de taylor swift⠀·⠀❝ i wait by the door like i'm just a kid, use my best colors for your portrait. lay the table with the fancy shit and watch you tolerate it. if it's all in my head, tell me now, tell me i've got it wrong somehow. i know my love should be celebrated, but you tolerate it . . . ❞

  ›  kook eun-sun como made, de bigbang⠀·⠀❝ chasing money, chasing power, chasing only fame because i'll tear my sides and fall. love is good, friendship is good, words are good, but be prepared, because i'll stab you in the back. hey, doctor, doctor, please save me because i might go crazy . . . ❞ 

  ›  saga freyadottir como negative spaces, de poppy⠀·⠀❝ today's a shade of disbelief, inflict the shame you sent to me. i can entrust a new meaning, i'm not ready. so is this what it feels like? breaking from the inside, all the time. tell me, what's the cost of giving up? why does it feel like help will never come? . . . ❞ 

  ›  ashley thompson como arrival, de abba⠀·⠀❝ friday night and the lights are low, looking out for a place to go where they play the right music. getting in the swing, you come to look for a king, anybody could be that guy. night is young and the music's high with a bit of rock music, everything is fine. you're in the mood for a dance and when you get the chance . . . ❞ 

  ›  ajay smith como sahar, de tamino⠀·⠀❝ the songs you never sung are the ones you know. the longing never watered is the one that grows. the fog you see ahead is where you want to move before a sudden wind takes everything from you. the lips you haven’t met they kiss you in your dreams. the longing never bared, aches to be revealed. hear me, follow this calling, i know you see me . . . ❞ 

  ›  viktorya huang como unreal unearth, de hozier⠀·⠀❝ i feel lighter than i have in so much time. i've crossed the border line of weightless, one deep breath out from the sky. i've reached a rarer height now that i can confirm all our weight is just a burden offered to us by the world. and though i burn, how could i fall? . . . ❞ 

  ›  arabella como take me back to eden, de sleep token⠀·⠀❝ so let's make trouble in the dream world, hijack heaven with another memory now. i make the most of the turning tide, it just split what's left of the burning silence. don't wait, cause this could be the last time you turn up in the reveries of my mind. i wake up to a suicide frenzy, loaded dreams still leave me empty . . . ❞ 

[zenxvii]

character: Heo-Yool x fem!reader

kdrama: night has come

!!: thoughts are in italics

🫶🏻: friends to lovers, valentines day, before the game

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y/n pov

It was a normal day and the sun was shining. I walked towards school excited to see my friends. It was the day people would go around giving their boyfriends/girlfriends/crushes gifts. One of the most beautiful days in the year.

“y/n!” I heard my name being called. I turned my head ans saw Eun-Ha. “Eun-Ha!” I greeted her and gave her a side hug. “Planning to give out anything this year?” I asked and she shook her head. “I don’t think so, maybe someone gives me something.” She told me and I nodded.

We reached our class and sat down in our seats seeing almost everyone there already. People were in good moods.

The day went by fast and it was already time to eat lunch. Eun-Ha told me that she and Yeon-Woon would go buy something and me and Eun-Chan would wait them in the classroom.

“Are you handing out this year?” I asked and turned to Eun-Chan. “No, I mean nothing with a romantic interest, but in a friendly way.” He said and I nodded.

I heard people passing by our classroom and saw him. Heo-Yool walking with another boys. They weren’t from our class. We made eye contact and I gave him a small smile, he smiled back and then went back to joking with his friends.

“What about you? Are you giving out something.” Eun-Chan asked and I turned back to him. “I just might.” I sighed out as Heo-Yools smile was stuck in my mind.

Eun-Ha and Yeon-woo returned and sat down with us. I took out my own lunch that I packed and so did Eun-Chan. “So do you have plans for later today?” Eun-Ha asked and I shook my head. “Nope.” Both of the boy said.

We chatted and I gave small glances for your classmates. Ji-Soo and her boyfriend Yoo-Joon gave esch others gifts and praises. So-Mi praised herself for getting so much gifts. Na-Hee and Hyun-Ho sat together eating and chatting. It was obvious that they liked each others but were too shy to say anything.

Kyung-Jun was napping as usual and his goons we’re talking about how to give out their gifts for some girls. Everyone was so peaceful today.

“y/n!” I heard my name being called, I turned my head and saw Heo-Yool with a small smile and hands behind his back. “Heo-Yool, hi.” I said as he walked closer.

He ealked up to me and revealed a white rose and a box of chocolates and handed then to me. “Here.” He said with his usual smile and a small blush. Small gasps were heard in the classroom. Nobody had ever seen Heo-Yool and me interact that much.

“I-. Thank you.” I said and took the rose and box of chocolates. “Whaat, I never knew Heo-Yool liked y/n!” Eun-Ha said and patted me on my back. If anyone didn’t look at us before now they definitely did. I heard Jin-Ha and Seung-Bin snicker and whisper how Heo-Yool just is getting rejected.

But he didn’t mind he just smiling and sat down at our circle. “Of course I do, I mean how couldn’t I when she’s the prettiest girl I’ve ever seen. Plus she’s super smart and fun to be around.” He confessed and I felt blush creeping onto me cheeks.

“Actually Heo-Yool…I have something for you.” I said and reached for my bag. I took a box of his favorite chocolate and an envelope. “Here.” I said and gave then to him, and now he was blushing hard.

“What what whatt???” Eun-Ha said and dramatically gasped. “Does this mean y/n like Heo-Yool back!?!?” She said as Eun-Chan and Yeon-Woo gasped the way to tease me.

I felt words being stuck on my throat and my face just blushing harder before I gave them a small nod.

Before Eun-Ha could say anymore Heo-Yool got up and grabbed my wrist to drag me out with him. He dragged us to the school roof.

“Why did you drag me here..?” I asked trying to calm myself from all the blushing. “You like me?” He asked and I nodded. “I mean like like me, the way Ji-Soo likes Yoo-Joon?” “Yeah..” I breathed out and switched my gaze up to him.

There he stood still with blush covering his face. “I’m glad.” He said and quickly wrapped his arms around me. “Because I like you the way Yoo-Joon likes Ji-Soo.” He said and I wrapped my arms around him as well.

We stayed at the roof for 20 minutes talking and laughing together. “y/n. Do you wanna be my girlfriend and go on a date tonight?” He said and I nodded. “Yea and Yes.” I told him and turned my head towards him. “Thank god.” He said and slowly pulled my head closer until our lips were touching.

His lips were surprisingly soft, And I loved it. And this moment. What a good day.

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End🤞🏻

But like excuse me why was this amazing man first to be killed in the show. Not fair😞

Also hello Umm yes i’ve been gone for like a year again and bow writing a completely different show😻 (sorry night has come just gave me motivation to write again🙏🏻)

[muninnhuginn]

for all that Stranger is a very plotty series I really appreciate how it always makes the time for little character moments. things like han yeo-jin’s drawings, hwang si-mok vs food, kang won-chul’s silly office habits. and then it builds on these to give actual character insight?

han yeo-jin likes her drawings, a load of her doodles are actively anime-style which is fitting considering how much she’s into animanga, she likes to gift them and they mean a lot to her. they’re literally part of how she shows her appreciation for others, from her coworkers to si-mok. so in s2 when she’s suddenly *not* drawing? that shows something is severely wrong even before si-mok points it out. her returning to doodling later on after starting to mend the rift with si-mok therefore pulls some weight in showing that she’s healing, but at the same time, when her co-workers look over she still hides what’s she’s doing. this contrasts with her old work where she literally left post-its of her art as gifts on full display. she may be improved from her lowest state but she’s still not comfortable in her current environment.

si-mok vs food, better people than me have explained, but he’s constantly interrupted from having meals because of cases. it starts mostly as a running gag but it does get built upon. when he’s at odds with another character and they try to have a meal with him it’s inevitably cut short (kang won-chul’s s1 manager intervention, lee yeon-jae meeting the team) or he actively dislikes the food (and this part gets more blatant as he starts to express more emotions in general. initially it’s other characters who have to directly comment on or ask him about not approving of the food whereas by the time he has the meal with woo tae-ha the disgust is visible on his face). the only times he’s able to have a proper meal is when he’s started to let people in, so si-mok accepting the invite to the team meal in s1 (just before everything all falls to pieces) is a big step. it catches everyone off-guard for a reason. beyond that, there are the meetings with han yeo-jin which are some of the few times he’s actually able to have a proper meal with someone.

si-mok vs alcohol is another indicator. much of s1 is spent refusing alcohol and saying he doesn’t drink. in situations where someone else is drinking and it would be socially acceptable for him to mirror them (see eun-soo drinking alone in the pop-up bar) he is notable for how he refuses to do so. it takes most of the season for him to ‘give in’ enough to drink and when he does it shows that he may not be showing it in other ways but he has hit a low point. and that he chooses to share his history with yeo-jin when he’s in that state speaks volumes as to how much more he trusts her now. (I could speculate here about how him avoiding alcohol seems to be rooted in a not wanting to lose control kind of thing which is at odds with his whole emotionless deal in the same way his repeated lying about his pain is but that’s a tangent so I’ll leave it be) and at the end of s1 he drinks socially with yeo-jin and later on in that episode shows a full smile, showing him choosing to ease up re: alcohol is actually a *positive* development for him in some way. so him then reverting back in s2 to not drinking alcohol? it’s either his development being stunted/reverted or he’s not in the position where he’s with someone he trusts enough to drink with.

as for kang won-chul? I don’t think there’s any real *development* as such with his office habits (spinny chair, trying to get the paper into the bin), but it does demonstrate he doesn’t conform as much as he seems to at first glance. he’s a character who at first glance knows the ways this all works and blends in with it, but he doesn’t quite fit.

my point is just, the show didn’t have to bother with any of this. they could have still hit all the plot points and it would have made sense. the characters would have still stood up to scrutiny. but they chose to include all these little indicators that build up a picture of all the characters and where they are in their respective arcs. and I appreciate it so much that the show trusts the audience to complete the puzzle.

[iris-sistibly]

EPISODE 15 AND YOON EUN-SEONG IS STILL A FUCKING BITCH

📍I delayed watching this episode and even spoiled myself because I knew that Eun-seong pretending to be Hae-in's man 🤮 will make my blood boil. It did...as always, but I just find it very funny that he would go as far as twisting the truth but wouldn't pay attention to the smallest of details. Up until now, he still underestimates Hae-in and her capability to notice even the smallest things. I'll still hold on to my prediction about his fate however.

📍I just love that the people around Baek Hyun-woo really rallied and worked together to help him clear his name and ultimately get out of prison 🥹 But the best part was Mama Hong offering support to Mama Baek by holding her hand was just heartwarming during the trial scene--THEY REALLY ARE BESTIES NOW.

📍Aunt Beom-ja's confession scene reminded me of Kang Mo-yeon's (Song Hye Kyo) confession being heard by everyone in Descendants of the Sun and it was freaking hilarious, Soo-cheol teasing his aunt made it funnier.

📍It kills me that Secretary Na could have divulged everything to Hae-in in a snap, but then again I couldn't blame her. If Eun-seong finds out that she broke the NDA she would have lost her job and got sued, and she doesn't have the money and status for that. I do however like that she just went with the flow with Hae-in stalking Hyun-woo and let her discover the truth herself.

📍HONG SOO-CHEOL IS A BABY NO MORE!!! He really did take his lessons seriously and his hard work finally paid off. This just means that he doesn't have to hide under mommy's skirt to protect his family, he's perfectly capable of doing that.

📍Hae-in making sure that there will be something for her to remember Hyun-woo is EVERYTHING!!! Even if she was mean to him at first, she really found ways to remind herself who the love of her life was...and the universe turned to her favor.

📍It's no surprise that Eun-seong would attempt to kill Hyun-woo because he's obsessed with Hae-in, but I feel like the guy who "pulled" Hae-in out was someone from BaekHong's side. Perhaps the people Papa Hong hired to follow Hae-in around?

📍*SIGH* I can't believe that there is only one episode left and BaekHong's story will be finally put to an end. I still hope that this is going to be a happy ending but seeing the teaser for the finale, I'm kinda having doubts. I will probably stop watching Park Ji-eun's shows for a long time if this doesn't end the way we all hope to. I'm waiting for the final episode but my final commentary will most likely be posted tomorrow, so let's see if I'd cry of happiness, or ugly cry while writing a long-ass rant.

[astarlightmonbebe]

Hello! I just finished watching the Netflix kdrama The Glory on an overnight bus and of course the next thing to do is go on Tumblr and read essays on people's favourite bits of it and I loved your post about how Yoo Jeo-Young is just slightly off and how interesting that makes the character rather than boxing him in.

I was wondering if you have posted or reposted anything about the role of the shaman (i think?) that Yeon-jins mother visits often. Aside from trying to understand the overall role of the shaman in the plot (i got confused hehe), the scene i want to understand is using the ritual as a means to strike fear into yeon-jin (which is also a very interesting scene and I want to read up about it). To my understanding the shaman appears to be possessed by Yoon So Hee but also chants her mother's name, and gets cursed by Dong-eun maybe?? It was such an interesting moment and I wanted to clarify what was going on and also read into it a little.

But I love your takes! So fun to stumble upon your blog!

hi!!! thanks for reaching out. embarrassingly enough i have to admit that i never got around to watching the last two episodes of the glory (maybe one day), so i don't think i actually saw that scene, but i did find a reddit thread that seems to discuss it.

[viciousamygdala]

Some thoughts about Seungjae and Se-yeon:

(spoilers for class 1-9)

Both have a temper. However, while Se-yeon would never hurt other people, Seungjae's is the opposite of that. He's gonna make his anger YOUR problem.

Can be harsh, a bit bossy, practical.... efficient, i guess?

The color green is an important part of their designs.

Life and growth vs poison and sickness

Seungjae's t-shirt is a toxic green (poison dart frog), while Se-yeon wears a dark green coat, like the leaves of an old tree.

This is also shown a little bit with the infected wound on Seungjae's face, and Se-yeon's hair growing (she's the only one whose hair gets longer-- other than Yunsang, who also wears green).

Would do anything for their friends, including killing... except Seungjae would kill also HIS friends if they betrayed him.

Both value loyalty BUT Se-yeon is forgiving if betrayed and Seungjae is not (see: Jihun and Ji-eun)

Tall vs shorty (ok this one is a funny detail)

Outwardly "calm" (Seungjae) vs outwardly "angry" (Se-yeon)

Seungjae uses social dynamics to his advantage while Se-yeon mostly ignores them, which causes some people to dislike her, or believe she hates them.

Basically: "acts nice but is actually cruel" vs "acts mean but is actually kind"

Pessimistic (Seungjae) vs optimistic (Se-yeon)

"And wake up, dumbshit! you can't leave this island! we have no hope." vs "We're all leaving together -- no matter what!"

Se-yeon is willing to colaborate with others and learn from them (the old man), while Seungjae is way too solitary for his own good (never asking his friends for help).

Seungjae is willing to kill ANYONE in order to survive, but Se-yeon hesitates to kill Seungjae multiple times even when that's the most "beneficial" decision to make.

[theinfinitedivides]

the MDL comment section for this drama is the gift that keeps on giving when it comes to (bad) takes on Gil Chae and Ryang Eum, and so i thought i should copy something i posted over there in response to several people calling Ryang Eum 'toxic' and a 'liar', as well as add a few extra things:

if we're going to bring up lying, then first off we have to establish that every member of this love triangle have lied to each other at at least one point or another during the series. Gil Chae lied to Soon Yuk about marrying him after he came home from the war if he protected Young Master Yeon Joon and also lied to Jang Hyun about said young master being the one she was thinking of when she called him husband at the end of ep 4, Ryang Eum lied to Jang Hyun about who Gil Chae had looked at when the announcement of war came during the sixtieth anniversary celebration in ep 2, and Jang Hyun lied to Ryang Eum about losing the dagger he had given him as a gift (token of love *cough*) when he had actually given it to Gil Chae to defend herself while they were on the run. it's probably not a good idea to start ranking the lies by the percentage of morality/who got hurt as a result bc that's mostly absent here—a driving concept in MD is that nothing is truly black and white—but that levels the playing field pretty evenly imo.

now the story Ryang Eum told in ep 8 on the journey to Shimyang is not toxic, by any means. it is a well-known folktale in Korea that has been retold both in various folk song recordings and in a 1972 film, and the basic gist of the story is that Gap Dol and Gap Soon loved each other but never quite said it directly/strongly enough (Jang Hyun and Gil Chae dancing around each other anyone?), hence Gap Soon getting married off to another man (Gil Chae's miliary officer suitor) and having his children. there are variations that have Gap Dol coming to ask Gap Soon to run away with him (besties if this keeps going where we think it might we're in danger), but that story was brought up in response to Jang Hyun's query of if it was possible to have one man in your heart for so long and not change, after his conversation with Gil Chae on the ridge; Ryang Eum said that it was, although he did note that 'you cannot do it by effort. nobody, no one can touch that forever until the day you die'. did he use this to partially warn Jang Hyun off of pursuing Gil Chae out of selfish reasons (i said in the tags of a previous post that that line sounded like he was talking more about himself than her)? yes. is he also genuinely concerned about Jang Hyun getting his heart broken by someone who is apparently in love with someone else despite her actions? yes.

we know, by now, that Ryang Eum is in love with Jang Hyun. we also know that Jang Hyun has squarely friendzoned him, though it's still up in the air whether he knows about Ryang Eum's feelings or not. so far, up to ep 8, he hasn't done anything we can really consider as sabotage to the main couple, and from what i've seen of the commentary on ep 9 hasn't done anything in that regard either (except return home early and possibly run into Gil Chae, but we all know the editing on these things when they want to conceal sh*t is shady af). if he really did decide to not to carry Jang Hyun's message in ep 10 specifically so that Gil Chae would go and get married anyway, then we can talk about crossing the line and entering the toxic SL arc and that, by extension, would warrant whatever tf is going on with him in the apparent ep 10 preview. (i have heard the rumors. they're not good) to me, he's not quite there yet. if he was, then we'd have to bring up Gil Chae and her multiple attempts to draw Yeon Joon away from Eun Ae early in the series, and i can hear the misogyny and Gil Chae hater brigade coming back again to join the party from here. if that doesn't happen, then, there's probably another reason why he and Jang Hyun are at odds. not sure if anything can be truly worse than that, but we'll see ig sksksksk

[bobaandasiandramas]

The Truth Untold Chapter 13 Moodboard

Chapter teaser:

Eun-ji stood inside the ladies room of the bar, she had excused herself when they arrived. Rang had told her he just wanted to get one drink and he didn’t know she was going to be making a call. 

The phone rang twice before it was answered. “Ah, what is it Wolfie?”

“Yeon, please.” She spoke gently into the receiver. “I need your help, Rang needs your help.” 

“What do you mean pup, what has happened now?”