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I really don't understand the hate for the ML. I get that he was kind of an ass by responding to the MC's adds, but in reality that kind of competition is healthy and it even boosted both their works-- so I also understand why he thought everything was just freindly competetive banter. He didn't admit outright that it was him because he was scared of how the MC would react, given that he expressed so such hate for ML's marketing persona. But he eventually (and very quickly) admitted everything, including his feelings, to the MC.
IDK, I guess I relate more to the ML rather than the MC who seems kind of indecisive and hot headed. His confidence is a tiny bit annoying, but his straightforwardness and sincerity make him a green flag I think.