
I really like this manhwa, despite its disjoined and nonlinear storytelling. tbf it’s probably because it’s being carried so damn hard by its artstyle which is just so visually orgasmic. both of the characters have strong and defined personalities, but i especially stuck around for jinwoo. he’s just fitted to my ideal type to the tee. a sassy, sharp-tongued, yet classy man with an impeccable taste in fashion style. what’s so charming about him is that he’s obviously extremely flawed, but that dynamic works so well with Colton. Their coming together was rough, but it was gradual and slow, which just adds more satisfaction to seeing them lovey dovey later on.
And both characters seem perfectly mature according to their ages. Their dialogues, their actions, how they deal with people, it really sells the bit that these two grown men had a fair share of history and have surpassed hurdles of their own that don’t overlap with each other, but shape the way they’ve become in the present. They don’t dilute the storyline with many dramatic moments or just unhumorous storylines. I appreciate that the story chooses to focus more on the emotional investment between the two MCs. What is so lovely about this manhwa is the interaction between them - it didn’t need any new gimmick to pull quick shock factors that’ll quickly wear off, but instead showcases the example of a healthy relationship between two mature men. Their relationship somehow somewhat reminds me of a lukewarm coffee; it’s calm, quiet, and serene, you drink it with enjoyment without having to taste any strong flavours. Overall, a solid read. I always come back to read this when I want to feel something.
(Additionally, i really like the fact that you can see they’re CLEARLY aged instead of being smooth baby faces at 40, like cmon, r u really THAT scared of wrinkles??

ts never fails to pmo and make me cry like a lil wuss. they met at the right time, were the right people, but ultimately what alienates them is the class division (i saw one comment say this and i ran with it) Seme has the power as a noble to round up anyone and dust them, and he uses that privilege for no good. I will always pity the underdog, the one who bears an unjustifiable beating within an inch of his life, all because of a whimsical accusation made by an “exhausted” and “fed up” nobleman, which by no means, is a legitimate reason to beat someone up. and ykw? if it turns out it wasn’t actually the uke, he would’ve continued beating others and not feel guilty at all. everyone has breaking points, but if your breaking point is subjecting a man to a group beating all becuz he dared to lie about being ur first love, then maybe you just aren’t good enough a person for that first love (whom you’ve beaten black and blue btw for that same reason too btw) I don’t pity the seme at all. nope
it’s attractive cuz it’s fictional. if a live breathing man said ts to me irl i would’ve brought out the bear mace spray and run away yelling
same! that guy’s lines and charisma are psycho levels. we just happen to know his past that’s why we’re still here reading this manhwa