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It still takes me a while to get comfortable with the new season. I still remember 2 days ago I almost threw up when I found out that Bom had been raped and was going to be raped again. For the first time, I feel like I should share this story with someone because it's too much for me to handle alone. In the end I shared this story with my mother to make me feel comfortable.
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I've been following this story since the high school arc, my very first ball and possibly first manhwa. and after the wedding I honestly thought it should've ended there. I still think that would've been a good ending, but I'm not exactly mad about this new season either.
First of all, let's be real: the author is probably milking the story because it's popular.
That said, if she was going to continue it, I think this is probably the best direction. It pushes both MCs to their limits.
Bom has always been a pushover, and Taesung was always there to protect him. This arc asks, "What if he couldn't?" Taesung has always been the overpowered boyfriend who could solve every problem, but now he's completely powerless against someone truly ruthless. At the same time, Bom keeps falling victim to manipulation like he always has, except this time the consequences are far more severe.
Disclaimer because I know this is controversial: I do **not** condone SA or abuse, and I was literally bawling my eyes out reading these chapters. I'm not saying Bom deserved any of it. I'm saying it's an effective writing choice because it creates strong emotions and forces real character development. CBAW has always balanced fluff with angst, but I never felt it fully explored the darker side of their relationship. For example, after in high school arc, Bom was forced kissed because teasing was mad Bom rej him. Taesung's possessiveness was hinted at, and I always thought it'd be interesting if the author leaned into those darker emotions. like do you see the resemblance and foreshadowing from the first arc to this arc???
So while I understand if people hate SA or angst and don't want to read it, I don't think that automatically makes this arc badly written. Psychological stories aren't for everyone, but I think this season is genuinely interesting and develops both characters in a way that feels more realistic.
My only criticism is that SA shouldn't just be shock value. The aftermath is what makes or breaks this arc. Don't rush it—show the effects on Bom little by little instead of resolving everything in a few chapters.
Also... I was SOBBING when Bom broke down after everything happened. I genuinely thought he was about to SH in the bathroom. Thank God he didn't. (Lowkey it would've made the story even darker, but he's too precious