Okay, so after everything we’ve seen in the recent chapters, I’ve been thinking about the possible direction of the story, and here’s a theory that might make sense.
What if Iheon isn’t just the manipulative character we thought he was, but actually the creator of this world? Think about it: Iheon has this unpredictable power over everything and everyone, and we’ve seen him control so many situations. But what if this control isn’t just about power over Huimin? What if Iheon himself created this world, consciously or unconsciously, as a way to escape his own emotional struggles and desires? Maybe he’s a character who’s trapped in the story he created for himself, just like how Huimin is caught in this love-hate relationship with him.
Now, on the other hand, Huimin, who seems like the passive one at first, might actually be starting to realize that he isn’t just some victim in Iheon’s game. As the story progresses, Huimin could start to wake up to the fact that he’s not just stuck in this world—he has the power to change things.
What if, in the end, both of them realize that they are the creators of this world, but they’ve been stuck in this cycle of manipulation and control? Maybe they both have to break free from the roles they’ve been playing all along. In this theory, it would be about their mutual liberation—both of them realizing that they’ve been writing each other’s stories, and that they have the power to rewrite them.
So in a way, the story could be about both characters learning to take control of their own destinies, and not just being puppets of fate or the creator. It’s not just about who’s in charge, but about both of them discovering that they have the power to create their own futures.
Just a thought, but I think this could be a pretty interesting way for the story to go!
I love the subtle detail with Mokhwa’s eyes. Normally, his eyes are black, reflecting his almost emotionless, void-like nature. But when he feels strong emotions, especially anger or frustration, they turn into a dull gray—this shift shows that even though he tries to hide his emotions, they still seep through and disrupt his cold exterior. On the other hand, Nakwon’s eyes reflect his lively and mischievous personality. When he’s in a good mood, they’re sharp and full of energy, but when he’s angry or upset, they lose their brightness, dulling just a bit, as if showing how out of place negativity is in his usually cheerful nature.
I always had a feeling Teach wasn’t like everyone else. The way he reacted when Gyeongha threatened him—calm, almost gentle—wasn’t what you’d expect. Most people would panic, but he just focused on the fact that she was hurt. That’s not normal behavior… or at least not in this world.
And if you go back to chapter 1, Guwon literally said he had no reason to save him. He was ready to leave him behind—until he found that graduation certificate and realized he was a teacher. Suddenly, that changed everything. It wasn’t kindness—it was logic.
Which makes me wonder… maybe Teach isn’t just a teacher. Maybe he’s something more—like a key piece in whatever Guwon is trying to build. A kind of antidote, not in a medical sense, but something that balances out the harshness of this post-apocalyptic world. Guwon rules through fear, but maybe he knows that’s not enough. Maybe Teach brings something no one else can.
Dying is way too simple for this mf
IKR? i was glad coz heck yeah he's dead now but HE NEEDS MORE SUFFERING THAN DYING JUST LIKE THAT
You’re so right we got robbed
Okay, I see a lot of people think Guwon's vomit is a red flag, but personally, I think it’s a bit more complicated than that. If you really think about it, the guy is far from 100% human — his eyes, his wounds, his behavior being a little off… It’s all part of the mystery surrounding him. The vomit could symbolize the raw emotion he’s feeling, especially because of his feelings for Teach, but also the tension between his “human” side and what he actually is. When you see him doing all this with such intensity, you realize that even though he’s far from perfect, he’s just a guy trying to navigate a world he doesn’t fully understand himself.
So yeah, it’s kind of a mix of vulnerability and… let’s say a physical reaction to emotions he doesn’t quite know how to control. If you look at it from that angle, it’s almost proof of the authenticity of his feelings, not a red flag. It’s like a human being who gets overwhelmed by emotions they’re not used to dealing with.
And let's not forget Teach. He's not exactly 100% clean either, right? Remember in the first episode when he tried to kill Guwon in his sleep? Then, to "wake him up" or get him back to his senses, Guwon had to do CPR on him. They both have their own dark sides and complex emotions that don’t make them perfect, but it makes the connection between them so much more interesting.
Anyway, I think it’s a side of his character that deserves to be explored, rather than just being pointed out as some weird anomaly. Let’s see how this develops in the next chapters!
You’re right
Then what about the mirror conversation
Well i think the mirror scene actually fits with the vomit scene , it shows a different side of Guwon. In the mirror, when he says ‘too good-looking for your own good,' it’s a moment of self-reflection, as if he’s trying to understand himself, especially after feeling something strong for Teach.
It’s not about him being perfect or detached from his emotions. If anything, it’s the opposite. It’s a sign that he’s struggling to accept these new feelings, which goes hand in hand with what happened after they kissed (the vomit). It’s an emotional overload for him, and he doesn’t quite know how to process it. So instead of seeing it as a red flag, I see it as a sign of vulnerability. Both scenes show that Guwon is deeply affected by what’s going on, even though he might not fully get it himself.
The mirror moment is key because it shows him confronting his feelings and questioning his own identity, especially in relation to Teach. It’s all part of his complex emotional journey — not a red flag, but rather a reflection of how much he’s struggling with his emotions.
I’ll never understand why authors insist on writing love triangles when it’s always obvious who the main character will end up with.
For the drama I guess but honestly, I don't see this as a love triangle. I hope the older guy only sees Yeonwoon as a little brother because it'd be lowkey disgusting if he's romantically in love with him. And also how boring would it be if these types of stories had no drama.
I get the whole drama thing, but sometimes it just feels forced, especially when we already know who the main character is going to end up with. If the love triangle isn’t done well, it can feel pretty pointless and repetitive. Also, I agree if the older man i forgot his name had romantic feelings for Yeonwoon, it would be really weird .
same i feel like yeonwoon and the older guy couldve still had such a cute relationship but the author just made him an obstacle for yeonwoons and seo in’s relationship to continue, its like no character besides love interests or villains can exist why cant we just have a character who supports the mc with no ties involved
There no love triangle on this manhwa. the author on this story said taegu is a important character to develop the character growth between yeongwoon and seoin. Idk why you saying it force when the backstory are half way done. And the season 1 story make it clear how natural taegu and yeongwoon relationship. You didnt even bother to know the name of character, how can you know what force relationship looks like?
Girl I never said it was a love triangle, I was speaking in general about how they're often forced when the endgame is obvious. I literally agreed it would be weird if the older guy had feelings for Yeonwoon, so you kinda just made up a whole argument there. Also forgetting a character’s name ≠ not understanding the story — let’s not be dramatic .
PS : Sorry I replied to your comment — the person below you is talking but we can’t reply to her directly, and I wanted her to see it! Also, you’re totally right!
That man is so in love he’s like "bla-bla-bla proper name , place name , backstory stuff " whenever he sees luke .
"i'm so pretty. i like you, but i'm angry with you for some reason." - what he hears when he luke's talking
Yess !
I have a theory — what if the 'brother' miss Kim mentioned wasn’t the one we just saw, but actually Mokhwa’s former boss? Because weirdly enough, he and miss Kim kind of look alike...
OOooOoOoohh omggg!!! that would be such a good twist
You read my fucking mind babes. Because it can't be that pos fr. And the panel of Ms Kim and the boss side by side? Sus asf
RIGHT??! .They're hiding something for sure.
I read this entire thing and i can say for sure that's not possible
That's a bit of a stretch. In the first season, the author already showed us interaction between miss Kim and the boss. She was scared and cautious cuz she didn't know the man. Thus showing that this is truly their first time meeting
That’s fair, but that kind of behavior could very well be calculated. Miss Kim has always been portrayed as sharp and emotionally restrained — it wouldn’t be shocking if she faked not knowing him for her own safety.
that’s why I said it’s just a theory
I smell somehting fishy and i don’t like it
We all smell it, we all feel it we ignore it for now. Savor the moment and cry later (￣∇￣)
Yk what you’re right let’s all put a blind eye to it !
Before I dive into the theory, let me quickly explain who these two figures are:
•Sisyphus is a character from Greek mythology who was condemned by the gods to push a giant boulder up a hill for eternity. Every time he neared the top, it would roll back down. It was a punishment meant to symbolize hopeless, endless struggle. But in modern philosophy (especially Camus), Sisyphus becomes a metaphor for the human condition — and the idea that continuing to struggle, even in absurdity, is a form of defiance and meaning.
•Frankenstein’s creature (not “Frankenstein” himself — that’s the doctor) is a man-made being, created from the body parts of corpses, brought to life but rejected by society. He’s not evil by nature — he’s lost, lonely, and desperate to be understood. His tragedy is that he was made human-like, but was never allowed to be human.
Now — onto Guwon.
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Guwon is what happens after the myth ends.
He’s not Sisyphus rolling the stone anymore. He’s the man who somehow got to the top of the hill — maybe through death, suffering, or by sheer force of will. But now that he’s free… he has no idea how to exist. He doesn’t sleep like a human. He doesn’t process emotions like a human. He watches over the town like it’s all he has — because it is. It’s no longer a boulder he’s pushing — it’s a village he has to keep from falling apart.
And just like Frankenstein’s creature, Guwon is scarred — physically and emotionally. He bears visible marks (a cut throat, injured feet) that suggest repeated violence, maybe even suicide attempts. Not just once — multiple times. And that’s key: Guwon isn’t just a man with a past. He’s a man who has died before. Maybe not literally. But something in him was erased, stitched back together, and set loose into a world he doesn’t recognize.
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He exists in survival mode. Not living — surviving.
His need to stay awake, to stay in control, is classic trauma behavior. “If I fall asleep, what if something happens?” That’s not a leader’s mindset — that’s a survivor’s. Someone who thinks rest is dangerous. Someone who’s been punished for letting his guard down.
He says it himself: “This town… it’s mine to protect.” That’s his identity now. Not a man, not a lover, not even a person — just a protector. He’s repeating the same loop as Sisyphus, but voluntarily this time. Because it’s all he knows.
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And then comes Teach.
Teach doesn’t “save” Guwon. That would be too simple. What he does is more dangerous: he makes Guwon feel. Seen. Accepted. Not just as a protector or a leader, but as a person. When Guwon finally falls asleep and wakes up peacefully — for the first time in his life — that’s not just rest. That’s a spiritual turning point. It’s his first real step toward being alive.
He even says it outright: “You know how people sleep… and wake up like it’s just part of life? I’ve never really done that. This… is the first time.”
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So here’s the theory:
Guwon is the product of a collapsed myth and a failed creation. He’s what happens when you survive your punishment but don’t know how to live after it. He’s the ghost of Sisyphus and the body of Frankenstein’s creature — constantly torn between duty and emotion, control and vulnerability, existence and meaning.
This isn’t a story about grand myths. It’s about what happens after. After the gods stop watching. After the creator abandons his work. After you’ve failed, died, been stitched back together — and you’re still here.
It’s about how terrifying — and beautiful — it is to try to live when no one ever taught you how.
And maybe that’s what this manhwa is really about.
WOW. this is so well written
Haha, I’ll take that as a huge compliment , thank you !
i never read long comments, but yours was spot on, so well written and i can't help but feel fascinated that you took the time to write this amazing comment! I love it!
I’m genuinely touched by your comment. I usually write without expecting much, so knowing my words resonated with you means a lot. Thank you for taking the time to share this, it truly motivates me.
fucking ATE and left THE RATS STARVING. Masterful work
Lowkey blushing rn, thanks !
OH WOW! This analysis is extremely beautiful, well written, deep and pure genius! Amazing, brava!
Omg , thank you (▰˘◡˘▰)