I agree that the ML was very manipulative from start to finish so it's concerning. But the side stories though. The story about their past lives made me love the ML. He only ever loved Hosik in every timeline.
Among all of the hunters/dungeons plot, this probably has one of the most realistic effect on a person who came back from endless fights and losing comrades. PTSD is real. He had it tough. Very tough.
At this point I don't mind the story. I'm already so thankful for the beautiful character art. (⌒▽⌒) Dohyun is so handsome.