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Yes to all of this!!
The author's previous work Fools also had a codependent relationship but it wasn't the main main focus like this one is. This author is very aware of what a healthy relationship is and I think Haesoo would either end up Taku since this story is basically imo fools just with the codependent relationship as the main focus OR Haesoo would end up alone.
Haesoo and Jowoon are in a codependent relationship.
In a codependent relationship, there is usually one person who is more passive and can’t make decisions for themselves(Haesoo), and a more dominant personality who gets some reward and satisfaction from controlling the other person and making decisions about how they will live(Jowoon).
Signs of codependency include(that apply to JxH):
•Having difficulty making decisions in a relationship(B)
•Having difficulty identifying your feelings(B)
•Having difficulty communicating in a relationship(B)
•Lacking trust in yourself and having poor self-esteem(H)
•Having fears of abandonment or an obsessive need for approval(J)
Not all codependent relationships turn bad. For example, it's reasonable if one partner looks to another for advice or guidance on a major decision. Not the case for JxH, their relationship is toxic af. Haesoo can't keep a relationship because Jowoon has ruined that for him. Jowoon obviously doesnt want Haesoo being in any relationships because he wants to be needed by Haesoo. Taku being introduced can be a chance for Haesoo to pursue a healthy relationship or he can stay in the same relationship he has always had with Jowoon.