Hey! True, right now that's not what he wants from Kirin. I just think that this descent into madness which stems from obsession could be an interesting take on their relationship and how it will develop in the future. Kang Moo does derive pleasure from watching people die, but now there's a new element: his feelings towards Kirin and how they drive Kang Moo's actions. How do these two things interact? Do they coexist? Does one weigh on the other? Does one cancel the other out? Or do they push both characters to the edge? And this, this edge that leads to brutal things, is what interests me and which I think would be a fascinating aspect to explore in their relationship.
Sure, I'll keep reading (and hoping that they won't go for the "only the power of love can save you" option). Thanks for the tip!
You got me even more curious now, I wonder what "healthy" entails in a relationship with a pshycopathic killer hah
Personally, I think kang moo's obsession with Kirin should culminate in him trying to get kirin killed so he could indulge in the pleasure of watching him die. It would be a moment of apotheosis, since Kang is so bent on dominating Kirin. It might be even more so if Kang decided to do it with his own hands, because it would be more intimate. Imagine the ecstasy he'd be able to achieve. I believe if Kirin realises that he might be the potential next target, this might create an interesting dynamic and allow for more agency on Kirin's part. He knows what Kang is, he knows that there is no cure, which is why he can't let himself be swayed. If the story goes down the "love conquers all" path it might be a huge waste of an excellent, complex dynamic.