Not the best but not the worst

I really wanted to like this and had high expectations but sadly, my expectations were not. There isn't anything inherently bad about this drama. I actually really loved the first 4 episodes but it went downhill from there.

I did not like some of the family dynamics and the romance. Obviously, we all know that the FL's mom is kind of abusive to the FL. Like the way she repeatedly got mad at her daughter for decisions she made without even listening to any reason made me mad for the FL. Also, throughout the episodes, we clearly saw moments where it showed that the ML was in love with the FL but I feel like we never got those moments from the FL. We never saw moments where the FL started to realize that she saw the ML as more than a friend. Their romance was just not convincing enough because of this.

I loved the FL. I think she is a great character who loves and cares for her family and friends so much. She especially cares for the ML, someone who she grew up with and is like family. I think all the decisions she made in the drama were what she thought was best for her family and for herself. I don't think anyone should judge her for those decisions especially if they didn't go through what she went through. A lot of people in the comments mentioned that they didn't like that the FL strung the ML along after his confession but I think it was the opposite. It seemed more like the ML did not want to get rejected and was just delaying it by saying that she can respond to him by the milk expiration date.

I did not like the ML. Some people love the ML and hate the FL but for me it's the opposite. I did not like how he started to act cold to the FL after overhearing that she still loved her ex especially since he only heard part of it. I get that he wanted to protect himself but ignoring the FL and blaming how upset he feels on her was not it especially since they were just friends at that moment. I think he could have said he just wanted some space in a kinder way. Also the way he reacted to finding out her secret was absolutely horrible. How he questioned whether he was truly a friend to her for keeping such a big secret was just so irritating. The secret doesn't involve him at all and the FL's first thought in that type of situation was probably whether or not she would survive. If I found out my best friend went through something like that, I would just try to be there for them and make sure they knew that instead of making it about myself. I especially hated that he thought he could be mad at her for not telling him when he literally ghosted her because he saw that she had a boyfriend. He apologized for everything but I still think the ML is an immature and petty person. I just can't like the romance because I don't like him.

I also did not like the ML's parents all that much. They're in their 50s but still couldn't have a proper conversation. Their misunderstandings could've been resolved so much faster if they just talked to each other. Also, both of them are pretty bad parents. Misunderstandings a huge trope in this drama because the FL's parents also went through some. I think I liked the FL's dad the best. He was at least a bit understanding.

In regards to the second couple, they were definitely better than the lead couple. I loved watching them both realize they had feelings for each other. Also loved how the SFL was such a good friend to both the FL and ML. The SML is such a kind and caring guy to the SFL. I love the family they both created with each other.

Overall, I did not like this drama as much as I would have liked. The way everything was handled in this drama was just not how I would have liked. I think some people would absolutely love this drama but it's just not for me. Beware that this drama has melodramatic parts to it so don't go into this thinking it's a light and breezy romcom.

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True definition of a romcom!

I absolutely love this drama. It fulfilled the definition of a romcom very well.

The romance from the lead and second couple was absolutely amazing. I loved the buildup of the romantic tension for both couples so much. I especially loved Son Haeyoung (FL) and Kim Jiuk (ML) as a couple. Like the romantic tension between them was so palpable. You could tell just be their eyes that they loved each other. The communication between them is top tier. Also, the transition between their relationship to a real relationship was so seamless. There weren't any weird situations between them when this was happening. I feel like other romcom dramas lacked this.

The comedy part had me laughing so much. I genuinely found the comedic timings in this drama so on point, and the jokes were absolutely gold. My favorite scene had to be in episode 11 towards the end. That scene made me crack up so much. I didn't like the FL's ex that much but he did have some good comedic points so I can't hate him entirely.

I absolutely loved Son Haeyoung as the female lead. She has to be my favorite character in this drama and probably one of my favorite characters ever. I'm so glad Shin Min Ah acted as the FL because I don't think any other actress would've done justice to her character. Son Haeyoung is literally my role model now. She's just such a straightforward FL which is so refreshing. I love that she communicates her feelings to everyone in her life so easily. This might seem like a bad thing but it definitely avoided weird situations in the drama that would have otherwise happened. Also, the fact that the synopsis made her character seem like a selfish person when she was the most caring and selfless. I love how fiercely protective she is of the people she loves. I would love her as my older sister so much. She's also someone who just understands people so well. Just from someone's behavior and the things they say, she can immediately understand their feelings (specifically referring 11 and 12). Also, the way she's always so understanding of Jiuk and genuinely thought of him as family when they had just gotten fake married. I love how she never denied the feelings she's had for him.

I love Kim Jiuk as the ML. He's such a caring and understanding person especially to the FL. I just love how attentive and gentle he is to her. Given all the stuff he went through, it's a miracle he's such an amazing guy. The first few episodes definitely cemented in that he isn't one of those overly possessive and controlling MLs that care only about the FL. Overall, he's just a big softie who's absolutely in love with the FL.

The SFL is an absolutely adorable person. I loved how endearing she is as a person but also isn't afraid to stand up for herself. I absolutely love the bond she has with the FL and loved it even more after episode 11. The SML seemed like a jerk at first but had the best character development. He turned into quite the romantic around the SFL. His relationship with the SFL had so many bumps but at the end, they ended up together. I love how cute they are with each other. The SML turned out be such a gentle, caring, and kind guy, and the SFL needed just that in a partner especially with all that she's been through.

Overall, this drama was really amazing! It exceeded my expectations and went beyond. If you're looking for the perfect drama to make your heart melt at the romantic moments and for your stomach to burst of laughter because of the comedic moments, this is the one.

Sidenote: There are quite a lot of sexual jokes in this drama but they're all handled really well and don't make you cringe. In fact, some of them may make you laugh your heart out.

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