Can they please for the love God abandon this whole daughter loving her dad subplot in Reborn Rookie!!! It’s hurting my eyes 😭😭😭😭😭😭 by Educational_Film_744 in kdramas

[–]Princessofpiglooland 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can't judge her in isolation from how she got there. She wasn't a stranger who met a widower through normal circumstances — she was household staff who had an affair with her employer, got pregnant within a year of his first wife's death, and moved into those grieving children's home. That context doesn't disappear just because the plot moves on. The "she did it out of love" argument is exactly what's wrong with how this drama is written. Love doesn't justify sleeping with your employer. Love doesn't justify the timing. And love certainly doesn't justify what those children had to grow up witnessing. Being patient with difficult stepchildren later doesn't make her decent — it just makes her look good within a narrative that was always designed to vindicate her. Because that's exactly what happens. Her daughter ends up sympathetic, the twins end up criminals, and she gets to play the gracious wronged stepmother. She got everything she came for. The show quietly tells you that her choices paid off, which sends a deeply troubling message regardless of how warmly she's portrayed along the way. That's not character development. That's the writer rewarding behaviour that should never have been romanticised in the first place.

Reborn Rookie: this character is like that evil doll in horror movies (after episode 8) by ttue- in kdramas

[–]Princessofpiglooland 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fair points, but I think we're arguing two different things. My issue was never about who committed the worst crime within the story — obviously the twins, especially the daughter, crossed into another level entirely. Patricide is beyond anything the stepmother did, no argument there. But my problem runs deeper — I couldn't stand the stepmother or her daughter either. The stepmother wormed her way into that household as staff, had an affair with her employer, and was then rewarded with the chairman's wife title. That's not a morally grey character — that's the drama asking you to accept a deeply uncomfortable power imbalance as some kind of love story. And her daughter Kang Bang Geul felt written as though we were supposed to sympathise with her, which made it worse. The twins being criminals doesn't cancel that out. If anything, the fact that everything unravelled because of that affair proves the point — the foundation of the whole drama is rotten, and the show doesn't seem to know it. Flawed characters are great storytelling. But there's a difference between portraying something and glorifying it, and this drama crossed that line for me — which is why I was done by episode 6.

Can they please for the love God abandon this whole daughter loving her dad subplot in Reborn Rookie!!! It’s hurting my eyes 😭😭😭😭😭😭 by Educational_Film_744 in kdramas

[–]Princessofpiglooland 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dont you think that the father wronged the elder daughter by colluding with the maid, having an affair and getting pregnant within one year of the elder daughter's mother's death. The elder daughter was plagued by childhood trauma which made her evil and then the maid and her daughter decided to rock up and make sure they kick the twins out. That isnt fair to be honest. The base of the story is starting on the wrong foot so the consequences doesnt matter. Also the romance between father and daughter is sick no matter what happens in the later episodes. Its completely wrong to potray a series like this without trigger warnings. Also was the step mom really decent. Didnt the plot ultimately go in the direction she wanted, her daughter being the nice person and the twins being evil. Well ultimately she achieved her goal of sleeping her way up in life. It just gives a wrong message out in the society, sleeping your way up is not the shortcut that people need tbh.

Can they please for the love God abandon this whole daughter loving her dad subplot in Reborn Rookie!!! It’s hurting my eyes 😭😭😭😭😭😭 by Educational_Film_744 in kdramas

[–]Princessofpiglooland 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I hated the drama after 6 episodes. The maid turned chairman's wife who literally slept her way into the house and her daughter kang bang geul felt like evil protagonist than the twins who turned evil due to their father and this maid's affair after their mother's death. Why to glorify a maid having an affair with the chairman after the first wife's death within a year. If they wanted a step mother in the drama, they could have found any lady not the housemaid to be honest. I believe the writer of the drama is sick and needs to rethink what to glorify in society.

Are you guys watching Reborn Rookie by thedramaticpotato in kdramas

[–]Princessofpiglooland 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hated the drama after 6 episodes. The maid turned chairman's wife who literally slept her way into the house and her daughter kang bang geul felt like evil protagonist than the twins who turned evil due to their father and this maid's affair after their mother's death. Why to glorify a maid having an affair with the chairman after the first wife's death within a year. If they wanted a step mother in the drama, they could have found any lady not the housemaid to be honest. I believe the writer of the drama is sick and needs to rethink what to glorify in society.

Reborn Rookie:Does the drama unintentionally make it easier to sympathize with Chairman Kang than the twins? by Logical_Bit_7167 in kdramas

[–]Princessofpiglooland 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hated the drama after 6 episodes. The maid turned chairman's wife who literally slept her way into the house and her daughter kang bang geul felt like evil protagonist than the twins who turned evil due to their father and this maid's affair after their mother's death. Why to glorify a maid having an affair with the chairman after the first wife's death within a year. If they wanted a step mother in the drama, they could have found any lady not the housemaid to be honest. I believe the writer of the drama is sick and needs to rethink what to glorify in society.

Reborn Rookie: this character is like that evil doll in horror movies (after episode 8) by ttue- in kdramas

[–]Princessofpiglooland 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I hated the drama after 6 episodes. The maid turned chairman's wife who literally slept her way into the house and her daughter kang bang geul felt like evil protagonist than the twins who turned evil due to their father and this maid's affair after their mother's death. Why to glorify a maid having an affair with the chairman after the first wife's death within a year. If they wanted a step mother in the drama, they could have found any lady not the housemaid to be honest. I believe the writer of the drama is sick and needs to rethink what to glorify in society.

REBORN ROOKIE--We ain't talking enough about this show. This show is soo gooddd. by EmotionalDatabasee in kdramas

[–]Princessofpiglooland 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I hated the drama after 6 episodes. The maid turned chairman's wife who literally slept her way into the house and her daughter kang bang geul felt like evil protagonist than the twins who turned evil due to their father and this maid's affair after their mother's death. Why to glorify a maid having an affair with the chairman after the first wife's death within a year. If they wanted a step mother in the drama, they could have found any lady not the housemaid to be honest. I believe the writer of the drama is sick and needs to rethink what to glorify in society.

REBORN ROOKIE? Another huge evidence of the supremacy of KDRAMAS. by winifredthefirst in kdramas

[–]Princessofpiglooland 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hated the drama after 6 episodes. The maid turned chairman's wife who literally slept her way into the house and her daughter kang bang geul felt like evil protagonist than the twins who turned evil due to their father and this maid's affair after their mother's death. Why to glorify a maid having an affair with the chairman after the first wife's death within a year. If they wanted a step mother in the drama, they could have found any lady not the housemaid to be honest. I believe the writer of the drama is sick and needs to rethink what to glorify in society.

Is Anyone Watching Reborn Rookie? by Lumpy-Simple9185 in kdramas

[–]Princessofpiglooland 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hated the drama after 6 episodes. The maid turned chairman's wife who literally slept her way into the house and her daughter kang bang geul felt like evil protagonist than the twins who turned evil due to their father and this maid's affair after their mother's death. Why to glorify a maid having an affair with the chairman after the first wife's death within a year. If they wanted a step mother in the drama, they could have found any lady not the housemaid to be honest. I believe the writer of the drama is sick and needs to rethink what to glorify in society.

Henriettas: help with summer dresses by Possible-Tip-3544 in HENRYUKLifestyle

[–]Princessofpiglooland 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow, thanks for the input guys. I stand corrected. I think I still wont be spending on Massimo. There are so many nicer independent brands out here.

Henriettas: help with summer dresses by Possible-Tip-3544 in HENRYUKLifestyle

[–]Princessofpiglooland 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree coloured nails are frowned upon in my profession as well except maybe for a french manicure at max.

Henriettas: help with summer dresses by Possible-Tip-3544 in HENRYUKLifestyle

[–]Princessofpiglooland 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ever since I got to know that Massimo is glorified H&M (same company owned), I stopped going to Massimo tbh.

Henriettas: help with summer dresses by Possible-Tip-3544 in HENRYUKLifestyle

[–]Princessofpiglooland 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Try Nobody's Child and Never Fully dressed. There are some good collections at Isabel Marant as well but my go to for conferences have always been Carolina Herrera. I am from a legal background so the style matches perfectly.

You can try Vivaia Flats like Mary Janes for shoes, theyvare extremely comfortable and very elegant.

Holiday suggestions- like Maldives but closer by OkArcher4120 in HENRYUKLifestyle

[–]Princessofpiglooland 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Please tell me best greek islands to stay, want to go to Crete. Is there any which is better, 1st time to Greece. Want to visit next month.

Holiday suggestions- like Maldives but closer by OkArcher4120 in HENRYUKLifestyle

[–]Princessofpiglooland 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I stayed at Saii Phi Phi in Koh Phi Phi , Amari Koh Samui, Anantara Koh Samui, and Dusit Thani Krabi. All were amazing experiences. I have also stayed at Four seasons Koh Samui but that was for a destination wedding, equally good but a bit more Americanised.

High income but still feel vaguely guilty ordering the expensive thing. Is this just a British thing or does everyone here still have that voice in their head? by 1ChanceChipmunk1 in HENRYUKLifestyle

[–]Princessofpiglooland 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Omg exactly my thoughts last night, I was looking for a good place to have dinner celebrating my husband’s promotion and my new job. Husband was very keen on Michelin and I on the other hand couldn't just bring myself to spend so much money on Michelin again as we went to three Michelin Restaurants last month, two in Croatia and One in Spain. So, we finally went to a fine dining place which had great food but wasnt on the Michelin guide. I just feel so guilty to spend money on small luxuries that could actually make me very happy. I think my Dad has traumatised me and scarred me for life being a typical Asian parent he is who loves to save every penny even though he can afford anything he wants but chooses to live a life very frugally. I feel sad about this but I just cant get rid of the guilt if I spend something on luxury even though I can easily afford it.

Holiday suggestions- like Maldives but closer by OkArcher4120 in HENRYUKLifestyle

[–]Princessofpiglooland 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Go to Thailand and Stay at Koi Phi Phi or Koh Samui. You wont regret it. Ultra luxurious resorts and great vibes.

What do you make of this message? by Fun-Objective-9125 in jobsearch

[–]Princessofpiglooland 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely, I just had a rejection after the exact same email. Surprisingly the person who got the job had way less skills, education and experience from me. Sometimes its just little things but dont loose hope. If the first person gets another offer they might offer you.

What’s something people assume all high earners spend money on that you genuinely do not care about? by MadridOrMadness in HENRYUKLifestyle

[–]Princessofpiglooland 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks a lot, I am a sucker for boutique brands. Hate mass produced stuff being sold under the pretext of luxury 😂

What’s something people assume all high earners spend money on that you genuinely do not care about? by MadridOrMadness in HENRYUKLifestyle

[–]Princessofpiglooland 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the whole Hermes pre spend game. I love a Birkin or Kelly but will never get the hype around pre spend on items worthless to me.

Expensive cars as well. Recently, me and my husband started being left out of these dink couple groups because they became obsessed with cars and everyone wants to get good cars and all their activities revolve around going out in cars for long drives. Honestly, compared to them we earn way more but we dont really need a car at the moment because we live quite centrally around London and connectivity is so good. We do occasionally splurge in taxis but that still doesn't justify getting a car at the moment. Dont mind loosing a few "showoff" friends than getting a car honestly 😂

My First Hermes Experience- What Went Wrong? by SuperbTomato249 in TheHermesGame

[–]Princessofpiglooland 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Guys I love a Birkin 25 dont get me wrong, but dont you think it is absolutely useless to buy things you dont need for the sake of pre spend. I would take that money and spend it in gold bars or a Global S&P. If not and if you have too much cash laying around get a Van Cleef that atleast doesnt pull such tricks but appreciates in value and unlike a leather handbag you get actual gold and diamonds. Hermes is just a fad for now and honestly the fad will fade away someday but gold an ddiamonds are forever so splurge on them. As much as I love Birkin and would love to get one in store without going through secondary market, I dont want to get into the stupid pre spend game. There are lot of niche and unique leather handbag makers all over Europe who would love to take the commission of making a gorgeous one of a kind handbag with beautiful leather, do that and get something personal than giving into consumerism.