You are entitled to your opinion and I will respect that, but it is also my opinion that you are giving this manhwa far too much credit, and I don't even hate the story or think it is terrible overall.
Why do you say that? She deserves credit when it's due. She's explaining why Jiwon has become Alex. He isn't just picking on DG. Kudos to DG for grasping his own feelings and not giving up so easy. Both will develop nicely to me. I say mature because he isn't being an asshole for the sake of being the seme like a lot of stories out there. Besides most of these take dedication and hard work to make.
BJ Alex is not a garbage story and does deserve it's praise. However, what I said is that I believe that you are giving TOO much credit. Yes Jiwon is being a jerk for the sake of being a jerk. It's one thing to be traumatized by a bad relationship, it is another thing entirely when it causes you to change your entire personality. How does a person go from sweet and innocent to an inconsiderate douche just for being cheated on? That doesn't just happen. And no, Jiwon's behavior for the most part, cannot be justified. There's no reason why he gives DG the cold shoulder and pretends like he's not even there. You can reject a person, but still treat them with basic human respect. I don't really care if DG wants to hold on to his feelings but he needs to grow a spine and not let himself be treated like a doormat. I would give him much more kudos if he just found his self-respect and left Jiwon entirely and I would completely understand why. And no, slapping a "tragic" backstory on a character we figured had a reason for acting the way he is is not enough to deem this story mature but I don't actually care much for this part. And by the logic of your last comment, should we overlook the flaws of any and all stories, including the bad ones, simply because the creators were dedicated and worked hard on them?
This story is for a more mature audiences. Jiwon is traumatized by his past love. It is more common than people think. He's a tough nut to crack. At least he recognizes DG legit cares about him and knows he himself is broken. They have a no strings attached from the beginning. He never lied. He even offered DG an out again. DG loves Jiwon enough to give it his all. That way no regrets will be left on his part. Chanwoo is a great friend. That is true but his relationship with DM is sexual mutual gratification. Did any of you see a lovey dovey scene with them? Did I miss something? Chanwoo knows what he wants and won't settle for less, that's great.You guys want DG and Jiwon to be like Chanwoo and MD broadcasted kinks and all? Cause DG isn't the type and underneath it all neither is Jiwon. I'm all for character development. This is realistic. Want sunshine, rainbows and fluffy yaoi? There's plenty here on the site to read. It's a slow burn for sure. Jiwon is a true lover underneath all that nasty baggage and I want them both to find love together. (▰˘◡˘▰)