Those last 25-30 chapters were INSUFFERABLE.
The brainwashing in the last chapter pissed me off so bad and I lost so many braincells hoping it was about to come back together and it just didn't. Somehow the MC ended up being my least favorite in the end .
Somehow the MC - Hyo-Hyo was blaming the ML -Dan-Dan for not being "upfront" w/ him about all the details on the new guide situation when the MC NEVER expressed any of his building emotions of discontent/dissatisfaction w/ there being a new guide for ONAIP. He literally did TWO things before he went off grid: (1) Cried in his mans arms (2) Had sex with his man. The next day he was gone without a trace for a whole MONTH (3 weeks) before he was found and then half way mentioned MC: "oh well I thought you'd be fine since you hired a new guide
I love how consistent and elaborate this story is, it's definitely not hard to follow along but maybe there is a little subtext & people reading skills involved and are nesscary to enjoy the story.
[For anyone that hasn't started to read this yet or gotten far.]
I'd say at this point (chapter 112) it's still not really a 'romance' (no romantic relationship or discussion of one) but there is some R-rated/sex scenes as you get deeper in the story. Since it also, 'could' turn into a tragedy (seeking self harm) or sad ending (if they don't end up resolving issues & no relationship).
**I can say for certain that they do or have had feelings for one another**
(though I really don't see how that's hard to see...)[maturation or experienced subcontextual reading skills?]
I might end up reading the novel if there is one if the Manhwa never finishes.
*I was hesitant to read this story when I took a look at the negative comments beforehand. But since the ratings didn't match (they were better), I took a chance and I'm so glad I did!
Hope someone with an similar interest in stories with more psychological involvement picks this up!
I thought I was reading The Divorce Plan with how long it's taking for her to drop that man. There's so many other uncovered details surrounding her souls origin & what kind of powers she'll be able to tap into (if she's compatible), I hope this story continues to goes the route of exploring details about both.
There are actually a total of 3 books in the series, which continue the story.
Deadlock, Deadheat & Deadshot & 3 book extras.
"DEADLOCK Series by 英田サキ" https://www.goodreads.com/series/62281-deadlock
They can be bought from:
https://www.cdjapan.co.jp/product/NEOBK-397272
I cast my vote to kick Hwan off the island
Yup I want purple hairs boy to take his place
I got suspicious as soon as I saw that Hwan was absolutely unfazed about seeing Chiwoo on the rooftop. HE DIDN'T EVEN ADDRESS HIM
The novelupdates links for the translator groups of this novel aren't working, you're sending everyone on a wild goose chase.
(Update) I just emailed the translator,
I'd really appreciate it if you could let us know what their reply is! I've been wanting to read the novel. It's highly praised.
Unfortunately, the Manhwa skips a ton of important info... Main reason it feels super confusing & lacking context.
Please drop an update when/if you can.
Replying cuz I wanna know too
pls lemme know if u got the reply alrrr