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“What if…The weight we carry with each other is different?—That’s what I’m afraid of.“

You hear that? Me playing my ever so little violin?

He heard “(He’s) One of my own.” And his heart fluttered. I can’t even right now, that’s actually ridiculous how that played out.

Lmaooo I be like "JUST SAY IT OUT LOUD MY DUDE"

Because the novel is written mostly in Karlyle POV so the manhwa adaptation has to follow the same too. It would be more interesting if we can read Ash’s thoughts more because there’re so much situations that I really really want to know what Ash truly thinking/ feeling about

DUDE EXACTLY! I’ve read the Novel before season 2 was released and I still had the same gripe, but I 100% agree with wanting to read Ash’s thoughts! I get so tired of Karlyle repeating himself that I simply can’t understand why we can’t read Ash’s. It’s absolutely crazy

FRRRRR like tbh Lyle is my ultimate bias but sometimes I kinda get annoyed that his POV is taking too much spaces in the novel. I got so excited whenever the chapter is started with Ash POV, but it’s only like the first half of the chapter, and for the latter the author switched it back to Lyle POV again. Ash’s character development would have had more depth in it if there had been more of his POV to express his character better cuz sometimes I feel like he doesn’t have any development at all. Besides, I also think she can switch POVs to side characters to give the story more depth and not feeling repetitive too, like Lyle parents POV or even Ash’ sister POV, there’re so many ways to develop this novel without focusing too much only in the MC POV. She already wrote using various POV in Egg Benedict (KyleNick novel) so I dk why she didn’t do the same with DTR

We’re literally on the exact same wavelength because I’ve thought about everything you said as well!! Like, I find Karl’s character to be so endearing, but man his thoughts are just full of a nothing burger that takes up pages for no reason! We don’t have to read a thought that he was going to say right after anyway. 100% agree with the different POVS because we’re being TOLD that the characters, outside of Karl, are changing/being developed, but we’re relying on one individual, so the development isn’t really being seen (if that makes sense.) Basically a lot of telling and not showing, you know?

I liked the writing in Egg Benedict more than in DTR so it really is puzzling why the two were written differently.

I agree. There's no indication that Euiyoung's Dad is bad, just that he was in no position to take his child with him before... But he can do so now. We got to remember that not all adults are reliable just because they're "adults"; but he clearly went and got his shit together (unless there'll be something that proves that he's a bad person, I agree with him) and came back for his son, I mean, that has to count for something at least. Plus, it's their alpha dad who's drowning in debt and had no regard to his children. Ugh. I hate that scum. There's people like that irl.

Taeju being goofy for only a couple of chapters, a complete 180° to the monster he was before... Like, he needs to do a lot more to redeem himself. And Euihyun is broken, he's got to figure things out for himself too. He can visit his little brother if he misses him so much. He and Taeju will not be able to provide a better environment for the child at this point.

You worded everything I wanted to add perfectly. As of right now, there really isn't any clear indication that Euiyoung's dad is causing him any harm or added issues like their alpha father caused. Of course we have to wait and see if that gets proven wrong, which would suck in my personal opinion because I really like how he follows through with updating what's going on with Euiyoung and taking note of what Euihyun says.

Taeju's sudden character change because he realized that he actually got attached, romantically, to Euihyun is just so comical to me because he has yet to truly apologize to Euihyun. After the second (or 50th, I'm not great at counting /j) big r*pe scene, Euihyun stated that he wanted Taeju to give him space for a week, Taeju ignores his request and, while arguing, uses Euiyoung being with his father as a leverage to stay on Euihyun's side. There's more that can be added, but that's the main thing that stands out to me. He shows no sign of offering a better, or healthier, living environment that is needed to raise a 7 year old so him going on this tirate is just crazzyyy.

Well I wouldn't have any complain, if he would take care of his elder son too. Euihyun is at the end of the day his son too. Which he abandoned. Only takes the little one because he is little. But what about, i don't know trying to help your eldest son, which you abandoned with a scumbag, and know is in trouble because of that.

I can understand the sentiment of wondering why he doesn’t also help Euihyun out. Like why couldn’t he offer Euihyun a place to stay or even help him a bit financially? But then again, that isn’t his kid so it isn’t his responsibility. Chapter 36 shows who Euihyun’s mother is; Euiyoung and Euihyun share the same alpha father, not the same omega parent.

Agreed but financial condition isn't the only thing we should consider. Children are not things you can ditch or caretake depending on your situation. It's a responsibility.
Separating the kid from his brother, practically his only parental figure in the name of better material lifestyle is kind of a far fetch. It's important to keep his mental well being in mind as well.
But in the end I do agree more than I disagree. But the brother being with him AS WELL is the optimal situation.

Absolutely! At the same time, though, this situation comes with its nuances. Euihyun is entangled with literal thugs and having to deal with Taeju, So it really is dangerous for Euiyoung to be around them at this point of the story.

At the end of the day, the ideal scenario is for them to have the ability to see each other as much as possible, ensuring Euiyoung's safety is a top priority. As well as Euihyun being able to support himself (emotionally, financially, etc.) and his little brother. Which I would find to be the most satisfying if it were to happen, not just their physical safety being a priority but also a nurturing environment for their emotional well-being!! But that’s just me though. :)

Exactly, I was really pissed during that rape scene & taeju didn't faced punishment for his actions

Right, and the omega dad was young (and addicted to drugs, if I understood correctly) when he got impregnated too.

Financial matters are complicated, too. Even family members irl shy away from helping when money is involved, and even then it's not like you can say that they should help mindlessly. It's easy for us to say that he could've helped Euihyun too but this guy has just gotten his shit together, and what he earns rn may only be just enough too. If I were him, I would definitely prioritize my son's material needs, and it's not like he's keeping Euiyoung away from his brother. I really appreciate him reaching out to Euihyun with updates as well. They could have a healthier, co-parenting/guardian situation once MC has a semblance of a stable mental health (which I doubt will happen soon since Taeju is hovering. He also knows how dependent he is... Idk what chapter but it's when he's crying because is not coming over and he's overthinking. He needs therapy!! )

And yeeees, Taeju is crazy! He's got to grovel hard. Poor Euihyun

True, holistic environment but that's too much to ask even irl

Definitely a co-parenting/guardian situation must happen 'cause Euiyoung doesn't need to be exposed to the mafia at his age. The brothers deserve better tbh ╥﹏╥

Fr and like, I kinda hate how the dad came and was like, heyyyy, I know I left my son for you to take care of for like, mmmmm, yknow, SIX-SEVEN years, but like, can I take him away from you now that you’ve formed a heavily dependent bond with him? Thankssss, you’re lovely. I know you’ve taken care of for so long and you’ve tried your best to provide all his needs for all his life, and that you’re the only person he’s probably ever really loved, but I can do that now, thankssss. Bye nowwww.
Like, I know the dad didn’t really do it like that, but he just makes it seem like all his hard work was for absolutely nothing. And like everyone’s been saying, he seems far fetched. Like, he has to be held accountable for ditching his child, but I guess we can’t hate him that much until he proves he’s a good person.
Also, why did MC think it was okay to just give him to him Like girl didn’t even really check if he was to be raised in a nice house, if he had enough food, clothes, if the dad really is a nice person, etc.

From what I understood, poor Euihyun is mentally unstable so he can't really make sound decisions rn. And he knows it too, I think there's a chapter where he contemplates his dependency on Taeju

So when he thought that Euiyoung might've his best chance with his omega dad than his broken self, he immediately chose what he thinks is best for his baby bro. Heck, so heartbreaking for the brothers. And I can't see how Taeju can help Euihyun if he doesn't redeem himself, grovel at mc's feet and get him to a therapist but I think that's too much to ask ╥﹏╥

i wouldn't mind it either as long as the dad allows them to meet and doesn't have any ulterior motives. it's just that his appearance was so abrupt and he knew about mc's situation so well that i'm a little wary

I disagree respectfully. U don't get to abandon your child and then later come back into thier life like nothing. Even if the circumstances were bad for u. Also the way they went about it was so horrible. Moving the little brother right away was just bad. Why couldn't the father visit time to time and get to know the little brother as time goes by. Then he would feel comfortable enough to tell him he is his father and they can re build thier relationship. Children need stability. It's better for everyone if the little brother goes back to MC. And then the father and little brother can build thier relationship from there

I agree to this as well, MC could've eased his little brother into the whole dad situation instead of a sudden hand over. It would’ve been amazing if we saw them actually go through steps to ensure that the dad is actually trying to provide Euiyoung’s well-being and necessities (and much more.) Children indeed need stability, and I completely agree. However, given Euihyun's traumatic experience with Taeju right before Euiyoung’s dad was introduced, it's evident that his mental state is deeply affected. The incident with Taeju would understandably influence his decision making.

Personally, I wouldn’t want my little brother to be around a person that’s as unpredictable as Taeju. His rash decision reflects what he’s dealing with internally. Call it rambling if you want, but having sympathy for Euihyun's approach adds this real human layer to the story. It's messy, emotional, and shows how tough decisions get made in the heat of things. I, for one, just hate the idea of Euiyoung being around Taeju because he has yet to show signs of good intentions.

True, things really could've been taken care off better if Euihyun is in a right state of mind. But he isn't thinking rationally, he's dependent on an unhinged gangster. Being exposed to Taeju and all that thugs at the diner is no stable environment for the child either.

I think we can all agree that no child deserves to be abandoned. No amount of justification can really excuse such actions. But I commend Euihyun for trying to give his little brother his best chance at living a normal life despite his mental state. It's really hard making rational decisions, or is it only me? Like, I can understand that Euihyun might've thought that it would be easier to get his brother away from his situation asap. Not only would it be better for the child, but also for him not to selfishly cling on to his baby brother for support. Ah, so heartbreaking. And I hate that the alpha dad will definitely cause more mental instability to MC when he's back at the scene, yk. Then, Taeju would come to his rescue and will be forgiven for all the abuse

The 2nd ML syndrome is strong for me on this

EXACTLY!!! The abusive dad is going to be the driving force in Taeju’s character development and it will drain me if that’s how he gets forgiven!!! It’s all just sad; Oh and the suspected pregnancy Euihyun might have! If Taeju told Euihyun he in no way wants a child how the hell does he expect to take care of Euiyoung? The story is just crazy and he makes no sense!

Oh my, I forgot about that tentative pregnancy thingy! Yes, I think he'd definitely forgive Taeju if that does happen, at least partially... Euiyoung is a gem, in the way that we can see that he contemplates his relationship with the seme. Like, he really reflects and thinks about his situation. And he isn't idealistic, too! In this aspect, he's definitely a fellow introvert so I definitely relate to his overthinking and internal monologues.

And I agree, he's not in the right headspace to bear a child let alone take care of his baby brother. But, of course, Taeju would see this as an opportunity to tie MC to his side. Arghh. Euiyoung deserves better, tbh. But I digress, if MC accepts Taeju on the account that he'll be treated the way he deserves from here on out then okay HAHA it's his decision to make in a 2D omegaverse world

tbh he would be a way more stable and safe household *but* the fact that he just took the kid without actually getting his approval is such bad parenting from the start? and we see that he isnt talking to the kid either when hes crying alone. like he took no time to understand the kid and talk with him, make him feel comfortable about the change before it happened. so the kid feels alone, scared, his autonomy was ripped from him, and like his opinion doesn't matter. leading to him now making drastic decisions like running away.

True, true. All though, I feel like that falls on Euihyun as well because he never explained himself after Euiyoung left nor did he ask the dad to put him on the phone with Euiyoung to soothe his feelings. But I don’t know, both are in the wrong with how they handled the situation!

Lmao I didn’t even realize he said that till you said something

It was like a loud vine boom when I first read it. Cause what do you MEAN sour?!

And wdym by unhealthy semen?

When a person is unhealthy their bodily fluids taste like shit

WHEN HE SAID IT WAS "PUNGENT"

Without diving too deep into the details, the taste of semen can indeed vary based on factors like diet, alcohol intake, and overall health. Typically, it carries a salty and slightly bitter taste. If it leans towards being sour and pungent, it could be influenced by elements like drug use or alcohol intake, though health also contributes it as well (as said before.) So maybe saying unhealthy was a bit of an exaggeration on my part, but it’s not entirely inaccurate.

He may have been neglecting his health since Lyle is the type of person that doesn’t care enough about himself

I wouldn’t live with myself if my partner was giving me a bj and made me taste myself and all tasted was unsweetened sour candy. I would end myself that day /nsrs /j

Hmmmm yeah he indeed doesn’t care about himself but he’s having a strict diet and he also exercises regularly because his grandpa wanted him to (stuff like fencing, horse riding, gym,…) so i think we can say that he’s physically healthy. But at the same time, he also indeed smoke (cigars) and he’s an lowkey alcoholic (he likes drinking wine)

Ehhh.. I don't wanna taste it either way

Okay got it! (I'm laughing so hard right now...are we seriously discussing the taste of semen?!?! Bwahahaha