I read this back in the pandemic, when it was still updating and all I remember thinking was "THIS SHIT IS SO EMBARRASSING, WHY DOES HE ACT LIKE THAT?! IS HE AN IDIOT?!" obviously referring to Joon.
I thought I'd share those same thoughts when I started this, and I did. LOL! However, It wasn't as hard to read this time around. I remember myself LOATHING the secondhand embarrassment. Yet, while I still felt it hard to read, I also really enjoyed it. I liked how happy it made me feel, I was engaged and invested. I really appreciate the characters in this story, obviously starting with Joon and Mister.
Joon was able to draw boundaries for himself and even though he was timid, often clumsy and empty-headed he was always able to put himself first and I admired that. He was a very cute character, he was outgoing and loveable.
Mister, was an interesting character. He's lived a hard life and it made me sad knowing he'll live with that forever, It's even hard for him to smile as carefreely as he did when he was younger. This character seems at first glance the type of person who says what he wants without any regard for manners or how the other person feels. He appears blunt and rude. While he can be all those things he is also oddly thoughtful of what he says when it comes to Joon. He is more aware of how to say things in a way that doesn't sound meaningless. He is a character I didn't think I could grow to love, I thought a character like him was a typical gangster type, however, I found myself rooting for him and feeling remorse and sadness. He was someone who wanted to escape the life he had but couldn't, when push came to shove it was apparent he cared more about Joon than himself.
Their relationship was a complicated one, Mister admitted his feelings quickly which was a surprise to me. He didn't seem like the type to put himself out there but after finishing the story I see just how honest a person he is, and why he's so direct with Joon. Joon on the other hand was more awkward than I imagined, I believe it's because he found it extremely important to not burden people with himself and useless chatter, however, He still does it to an extent. By default, Joon is also an honest person.
Their love is really meaningful to me because it felt genuine, I could tell the writer put thought into the interactions they had. Mister especially, the way he communicates with Joon and says his thoughts were ADORABLE and HEARTWARMING! While there were many times where he wasn't able to speak with 100% honesty he still attempted to show his feelings towards Joon! I love love love love LOVE them so much, especially at the end where I could see Joon feel comfortable and relaxed with Mister, and Mister being more affectionate and open.
The most memorable moments that I favored!- Starting with the beginning of their relationship! After they got together I was extremely happy, we began to see how Mister thought and how Joon was navigating the relationship and becoming used to Mister's personality. Another memorable one was when Mister left, that was a painful thing for me to read. It made me sad to see Joon feel abandoned and awaiting Misters return for so long, what was especially painful was seeing Mister put himself through so much work and tireless night just so he could put his past behind him for Joon's sake. The next is when they get back together, That was complicated yet enjoyable at the same time. FYI! Joon's EX IS A COMPLETE DICK AND HE DESERVED TO GET CHEATED ON! However, Joon was incredibly responsible and took full responsibility, he wasn't proud of what he did and I think that goes to show that He really is the same person from the beginning.
I enjoyed all the characters, Joon's friends, who evenutally get married. Joon's brother, who finally got out of his coma! and my favorite of the side characters, Mister's bosses son, who was "like a brother" I really liked his backstory and felt sad for him, when I thought he died I teared up because I liked his character and felt pity for him. Aside from that his character made me laugh alot, he seems lonely but I think now that Joons brother is out of his coma they might become friends!
The art wasn't anything special but I enjoyed seeing it nevertheless, It was a good story with a lot of care and effort put into it and I could tell. I loved everything about it, I was happy with the ending, I was over the moon actually. I couldn't stop smiling! The smut was also notable, It wasn't the best I've ever seen but It was intense with a side of tension to go with it!
5/5! It wasn't an absolute favorite of mine, and I did have some things about the story i didn't like but I couldn't give this a rating any less than a 10/10. I would re-read after a long period of time.
I was sad when It was over, and I still am. I cried, and laughed. I had a good time reading this and it kept my spirits high, I love this story. I hope I'll be able to feel these same emotions once I reread it again.
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