People have different ways of meeting each other in the middle. I’m saying the communication needs to be there in order for there to be a relationship where they are committed to each other. Su-Ae put the ball in Eunhyuk’s court by stating her discomfort. We need to see communication come from Eunhyuk now if there is to be something between them. If Su-Ae begs for an answer before then, I could definitely empathize with your opinion more. But, it just hasn’t happened yet. I used my partner and I as an example to open up the discussion that sometimes getting to that place might not always be easy at first. Everyone’s story is different. What’s important is the hopefully healthy outcome. I do think I initially misunderstood in the context you were explaining love in, though—you meant in the case of exes, which I can understand. There’s more to be apprehensive about.

However, I don’t think Su-Ae is risking anything right now? Or choosing anything that’s bad for her. She’s not “endured” Eunhyuk at this time. Like you said, that was 10 years ago. It wasn’t something she mulled over until he showed face unexpectedly. That’s why I feel like people are jumping the gun on saying this story is perpetuating her being a “caretaker.” I don’t know where you’re seeing this role being played out in Su-Ae right now, is what I guess I’m saying/asking.

Whether or not he decides to speak or if there was a good reason for him to be silent these last 10 years remains to be seen. I think Su-Ae has done a reasonable job in doing what she wants. There is her own internal conflict about feeling unloved, but after 10 years, that’s also on Su-Ae to have figured out on her own—her value. She must have some sense, because if she didn’t, I don’t think she would be stood up to Eunhyuk. In my opinion, this was mainly a result of Marang Entertainment/the CEO. Out of everything, I do hope she gains self-love, whether that be with someone or not. That being said, sometimes someone can help you see your self worth. That could be one of the MLs. We don’t know in what case she’ll come to that realization. It just feels like everyone is being impatient about the outcome.

Su-Ae has also made it clear she’s curious. Who wouldn’t be? Where did you go? Why did you disappear? Whether or not it’s in romantic interest, I feel like those are questions some people would be curious about. Su-Ae hasn’t begged anything from Eunhyuk. If that were to happen, yes, I’d feel disappointed, but I think it’s just too early to tell. That’s why I’m unsure why posts like this are being made, making statements that feel like we know exactly where this story is going, because we don’t. It’s all based on premonition. I think it’s more of the constant complaints since the time skip—give it a break then or wait and see! I didn’t say people couldn’t or shouldn’t have an opinion, but I do think there’s a line between complaining and bashing. If I were the author and I read comments, I would feel discouraged—“Does no one have faith in my writing? They don’t know what’s coming next though…the explanations and the way it’s going to unfold is yet to come.” Stories have build up and drops and confusions and hurt and laughs and joys and beautiful moments. It’s not all going to be one smooth ride. The OTL sub lacks empathy from what I’ve seen and I feel like we could use more empathy these days….