: The charming but married male lead who maintains a secret relationship with Ye-won. His involvement is the primary catalyst for the drama's darker themes.

: The relationship between Ju-eon and Ye-won is heavily influenced by their age gap and Ju-eon’s wealth, which he uses both to care for and control her. This creates a power imbalance that Hwa-ik further complicates by challenging Ju-eon's hold over Ye-won. Critical Reception and Chapter Analysis love junkie chapter manhwa

This is the genius of the title. The "love junkie" isn't just Ha-rin. By Chapter 12, it is undeniably Ji-ho as well. : The charming but married male lead who