Kannagi
: People defending Jiho like, "he got into an argument with his lover, his mind isn't in the right state", or "it's a realistic character", or "Inwoo isn't all that better" like...none of that matters. It's not about who's more right or wrong. Whatever circumstances led to this, people are reacting wildly because of WHAT Jiho said/did was so out of line, and that isn't gonna change regardless of what the reasons were. Moreover Jiho's actions to date so far have been so wishy-washy and outta pocket. Yes-great-he's realistic. Is he still a POS? Absolutely. You can have it both ways. Some people want to be understanding of Jiho, and some don't. Don't gotta name call the people who don't.
Inwoo's behaviour to date has been consistent. He's got some mental health issues that he's trying to ride through, and it's been reasonably clinically accurate. Him having these thoughts and actions are in-line with what he's been like to date and people who suffer similarly in real life.
But the funny thing is, so has Jiho. He's been ironically consistently---inconsistent and basically a terrible lover even if he tries to be a good one. Sure he's trying his best, but he's irresponsibly bitten off more than he can chew; and since he selfishly wanted this, the onus is on him; because please recall, it was Jiho who pursued Inwoo knowing he's got issues, but clearly isn't the right person to be doing so because he's got his own set of problems. The same guy who fell in love with Inwoo and tried to get with him while still sleeping with Chung because he couldn't let go of his physical need for dick. Yes, sure---he's not in love with Chung, but HIM BEING TEMPTED TO CHEAT because it would've been more comfortable...wasn't a momentary lapse of judgement, it was in line with his whole behaviour thus far and his need to physically be with someone. People getting angry with their lover and storming off and having crazy thoughts isn't unusual, but no one dictates what your thoughts end up being, that's on you as an individual and how you've developed to date. He could've also just simply thought about letting Inwoo go, rather than think about being tempted by Chung's offer---there's a subtle but major difference. But ultimately, Jiho is a pretty lonely person himself.
As for Inwoo, I think him lashing out after being chased by Jiho was a predictable set of response. Because he's clearly been put into a surprise and uncomfortable situation by Jiho (who meant well---but shit, you should never set anyone up unprepared without their consent). And when Jiho chased after Inwoo after he got triggered by his mom, the first thing he did was to tell Inwoo to go back because maybe his mom has her reasons. But in that moment, it was practically betrayal. Instead of asking whether Inwoo was alright, or to maybe stop and try again another day when he's ready, Jiho basically backed up his mom who abandoned him instead of Inwoo who is his lover. Which is why Inwoo said that Jiho has never truly hated his own family.
I think Jiho is a fascinating character, as equally as I also find him slightly repulsive, and that's honestly just how I feel about it, because you can be interesting and simultaneously dislikeable. And even though the series of event so far has been kind of nutty, I'm still intrigued by where the story is going.
The TLDR of this is that I think Jiho's scene has more shock factor than Inwoo's and it's reasonable for sane people to think Jiho's actions are immoral and irresponsible. That's just one's natural reaction.
Jojo
: This is such a nice, comedic, and light hearted story. It doesn't have any deep dramas which I really appreciate. This is something I can go back to when I want to cleanse my palette. I really love Gaon and Jiho so much. They are really a match made in heaven.<3
Feeds
Inwoo's behaviour to date has been consistent. He's got some mental health issues that he's trying to ride through, and it's been reasonably clinically accurate. Him having these thoughts and actions are in-line with what he's been like to date and people who suffer similarly in real life.
But the funny thing is, so has Jiho. He's been ironically consistently---inconsistent and basically a terrible lover even if he tries to be a good one. Sure he's trying his best, but he's irresponsibly bitten off more than he can chew; and since he selfishly wanted this, the onus is on him; because please recall, it was Jiho who pursued Inwoo knowing he's got issues, but clearly isn't the right person to be doing so because he's got his own set of problems. The same guy who fell in love with Inwoo and tried to get with him while still sleeping with Chung because he couldn't let go of his physical need for dick. Yes, sure---he's not in love with Chung, but HIM BEING TEMPTED TO CHEAT because it would've been more comfortable...wasn't a momentary lapse of judgement, it was in line with his whole behaviour thus far and his need to physically be with someone. People getting angry with their lover and storming off and having crazy thoughts isn't unusual, but no one dictates what your thoughts end up being, that's on you as an individual and how you've developed to date. He could've also just simply thought about letting Inwoo go, rather than think about being tempted by Chung's offer---there's a subtle but major difference. But ultimately, Jiho is a pretty lonely person himself.
As for Inwoo, I think him lashing out after being chased by Jiho was a predictable set of response. Because he's clearly been put into a surprise and uncomfortable situation by Jiho (who meant well---but shit, you should never set anyone up unprepared without their consent). And when Jiho chased after Inwoo after he got triggered by his mom, the first thing he did was to tell Inwoo to go back because maybe his mom has her reasons. But in that moment, it was practically betrayal. Instead of asking whether Inwoo was alright, or to maybe stop and try again another day when he's ready, Jiho basically backed up his mom who abandoned him instead of Inwoo who is his lover. Which is why Inwoo said that Jiho has never truly hated his own family.
I think Jiho is a fascinating character, as equally as I also find him slightly repulsive, and that's honestly just how I feel about it, because you can be interesting and simultaneously dislikeable. And even though the series of event so far has been kind of nutty, I'm still intrigued by where the story is going.
The TLDR of this is that I think Jiho's scene has more shock factor than Inwoo's and it's reasonable for sane people to think Jiho's actions are immoral and irresponsible. That's just one's natural reaction.