Derrick is the only person in this story who has absolutely ZERO development. He started out shitty, continues to be a nasty person, and only ever makes excuses for himself by hiding behind his ‘duty’ as the heir of the family. Every time he acts like he cares for Penelope, it’s because of 1) his disgusting feelings and 2) because of his ego as family heir. So yes, he absolutely deserves all the hate. He has NEVER once been a sincerely good person to her. Giving a present is nothing. It doesn’t change anything. He still treats her like he owns her and can do whatever he wants with her.
Derrick is the only person in this story who has absolutely ZERO development. He started out shitty, continues to be a nasty person, and only ever makes excuses for himself by hiding behind his ‘duty’ as the heir of the family. Every time he acts like he cares for Penelope, it’s because of 1) his disgusting feelings and 2) because of his ego as family heir. So yes, he absolutely deserves all the hate. He has NEVER once been a sincerely good person to her. Giving a present is nothing. It doesn’t change anything. He still treats her like he owns her and can do whatever he wants with her.