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Beer and chicken, anyone?
My ears perks up whenever Seo In Guk is mentioned in relation to a new drama. I still remember his lead role in Shopaholic Louis. I can't say some of his recent dramas are to my taste. This office rom-com seems to tick all the boxes.
The show starts with our FL working her mandatory hours and not one minute more. Her nickname is clock-out fairy. She is smart and competent but she is sick and tired of her abusive and useless supervisor. Her goal is to be as grey as possible during business hours. Her career has effectively stalled and she doesn't care. She is happy to enjoy some beer and chicken at home after work.
Her work life was turned upside down when a handsome manager returns from overseas. His style is controversial. He is hated by his peers because he won't play politics nor lord over his staff.
She really took a leap into the unknown when she decides to join his new task force to integrate AI into home appliances. She thinks she has nothing to lose. How wrong is she!
I won't bore you with the office politics and business shenanigans. Let's just say most of the angst came from that quarter, both within and without the company.
While the business ideas are interesting, it is more a distraction. We are here for our OTP's romance, not smart ovens.
In that regard, the writer-nim doesn't make it easy for us. There are lots of push-pulls and stone walling from the FL. As it is customary with this type of office romance, the ML has a cold demeanour, but he is secretly carrying the torch. The ML is a perfect gentleman and gave the FL plenty of space.
The FL spends a long time vacillating though. Those eps are probably the weakest. We can see where the show needs to go, but the FL is not playing ball. This can be frustrating as forward moment stalls.
She overcomes her hesitation and indecision eventually. The show literally turns a new leaf. There are some nice skinship and swoon-y moments. They do make a good looking couple. Their chemistry is more cosy than red hot.
Our leads face many challenges after they went public. I'm glad the writer-nim heard my prayers. Our leads are allowed to confront them while standing shoulder-to-shoulder. This is the One True Way. Throw the kitchen sink at them by all means. Just let them fight as one. Don't use it as a lame excuse for a sneaky mid show break-up. Amen. 🙏
As I mentioned before, the pacing is slow and steady. I realise the series doesn't need to rush because it only need to go from A -> B instead of being sidetracked by all the filler subplots. This might be a deal breaker for you. I won't judge.
Once I accept our leads are not going to rush things, it becomes a more relaxed watch. This actually contrasted with the 2CP which is a noona romance. The second couple's romance is sweet and heartfelt, but definitely more volatile. I ship them wholeheartedly as well.
Technically, the parents of the FL is the 3CP. They bicker like any old couples. The wife kept asking for a divorce. Their last scene together is chef's kiss. Age did not weary them.
Now the nitty gritty stuff. Production value is good. OST is easy listening. Re-watch of the whole show is unlikely, but a highlight reel would not be a chore.
Overall, I like this show. There were shaky moments. It did win me over in the end. It is a satisfying few hours. Just like beer and chicken after a long day at the office. Cheers!
The show starts with our FL working her mandatory hours and not one minute more. Her nickname is clock-out fairy. She is smart and competent but she is sick and tired of her abusive and useless supervisor. Her goal is to be as grey as possible during business hours. Her career has effectively stalled and she doesn't care. She is happy to enjoy some beer and chicken at home after work.
Her work life was turned upside down when a handsome manager returns from overseas. His style is controversial. He is hated by his peers because he won't play politics nor lord over his staff.
She really took a leap into the unknown when she decides to join his new task force to integrate AI into home appliances. She thinks she has nothing to lose. How wrong is she!
I won't bore you with the office politics and business shenanigans. Let's just say most of the angst came from that quarter, both within and without the company.
While the business ideas are interesting, it is more a distraction. We are here for our OTP's romance, not smart ovens.
In that regard, the writer-nim doesn't make it easy for us. There are lots of push-pulls and stone walling from the FL. As it is customary with this type of office romance, the ML has a cold demeanour, but he is secretly carrying the torch. The ML is a perfect gentleman and gave the FL plenty of space.
The FL spends a long time vacillating though. Those eps are probably the weakest. We can see where the show needs to go, but the FL is not playing ball. This can be frustrating as forward moment stalls.
She overcomes her hesitation and indecision eventually. The show literally turns a new leaf. There are some nice skinship and swoon-y moments. They do make a good looking couple. Their chemistry is more cosy than red hot.
Our leads face many challenges after they went public. I'm glad the writer-nim heard my prayers. Our leads are allowed to confront them while standing shoulder-to-shoulder. This is the One True Way. Throw the kitchen sink at them by all means. Just let them fight as one. Don't use it as a lame excuse for a sneaky mid show break-up. Amen. 🙏
As I mentioned before, the pacing is slow and steady. I realise the series doesn't need to rush because it only need to go from A -> B instead of being sidetracked by all the filler subplots. This might be a deal breaker for you. I won't judge.
Once I accept our leads are not going to rush things, it becomes a more relaxed watch. This actually contrasted with the 2CP which is a noona romance. The second couple's romance is sweet and heartfelt, but definitely more volatile. I ship them wholeheartedly as well.
Technically, the parents of the FL is the 3CP. They bicker like any old couples. The wife kept asking for a divorce. Their last scene together is chef's kiss. Age did not weary them.
Now the nitty gritty stuff. Production value is good. OST is easy listening. Re-watch of the whole show is unlikely, but a highlight reel would not be a chore.
Overall, I like this show. There were shaky moments. It did win me over in the end. It is a satisfying few hours. Just like beer and chicken after a long day at the office. Cheers!
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