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Beyond Evil A Word from the Author The Characters Character Life
Author's notes + Lee Dongsik, Han Juwon, Park Jeongje, Nam Sangbae, Yu Jaei, Oh Jihwa, Oh Jihun, Kang Jinmuk, Do Haewon, Lee Changjin, Han Kihwan
Episodes
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16.
OMG I OWE YOU MY LIFE!!! TYSM FOR THIS 😭😭❤️
Isn't this obvious? You committed a crime, so you must pay for it. Inspector Han Ju Won.
BEYOND EVIL (2021)
My favorite part about that 3rd gif is their eyes.
I know it may be the acting choice of Shin Hakyun and Yeo Jingoo themselves—both stellar, talented actors in their own right—and if it was, that nuanced acting in their eyes makes all the difference in the characterization of Lee Dongsik and Han Joowon.
Notice how Dongsik looks at Joowon first and foremost. It’s Joowon who first turns to look at Han Kihwan, and it’s only when Joowon does that Dongsik follows suit.
It’s such a miniscule microexpression but it’s such nuanced acting that reflects the bigger picture of their relationship at this point in the story: despite how Dongsik has known, even as early as then, that Han Kihwan had something to do with his sister’s murder—he has always known, because why would the Chief of Munju station at the time cover it up so quickly 20 years ago—
Even when Dongsik had always suspected Han Kihwan, he had never, not once, acted without Joowon’s consent.
It’s a testament to how much he respected—how much he trusted—Joowon that any action they did towards Han Kihwan, they did it in Joowon’s terms.
Because Han Kihwan is still Joowon’s father.
Even if Dongsik had all the right in the world to do what he wants with his sister’s killer, he had always—still—deferred to Joowon.
Part of it is his trust that Joowon is the kind of person who would still do the right thing. Part of it is the naive hope that Joowon won’t betray him, or any of the people he loves and protects.
But mostly because Dongsik knows—he has always known, from the very beginning—that whatever happens to Han Kihwan will directly affect Joowon too.
The main reason why Dongsik had always deferred to Joowon’s decisions regarding his father is simply because Dongsik wanted to protect Joowon, too.
And it shows even in something as simple as this scene: the way he would always, always look at Joowon first.
You asked for some Beyond Evil fic recs? Obviously all Dongsik/Juwon, all post canon.
Amazing, beautiful, a perfect sequel to the show in my opinion. I love it so much!!! Read this one if you don't read any others from this list!!!
Fairly short but with great whump and hurt/comfort. Juwon gets injured (and loopy and emotional from the medication) and Dongsik takes care of him.
(also available in Russian btw) Dongsik visits Juwon in Seoul and everyone can see how different Juwon is with Dongsik. Getting together fic, very cute.
Mutual pining, angst, fluff-- another good getting together fic.
If I think of more recs I'll send them your way. Enjoy!
"Goodbye." "Can I get a hug?" -My Ahjussi (2018) Ep 16
“What’s got you in such a good mood Dong Hoon Ah? You keep smiling” Jae Chul asks late one night at Jung Hee’s bar.
“Nothing” he had been quick to reply taking a swig of his drink.
Jae Chul gives him the once over tsking as he says,
“I don’t know, you really are acting strange today”
He didn’t think he was too different, I mean yeah he had been seeing Ji An since the day they ran into each other a few weeks ago. But he was trying to keep that private for the time being. They had just had a particularly spectacular date and he couldn’t stop thinking about her. The flashes in his mind of her lips on his and her hands tangled in his hair were making him flushed. Luckily he could use alchohol as a cover. He thought the conversation would move on but instead he was startled with a loud,
“Are you dating?”
Park Dong Hoon choked on his drink hard. All eyebrows in Jung Hee’s bar rose at his reaction.
Ki Hoon who had been studying him is quick to say,
“She’s back, isn’t she?
He doesn’t reply instead busying himself with cleaning his clothes. He finds that Ki hoon would not be easily discouraged by feigning ignorance.
"I bet you that’s it. You’re seeing her” he stated, clearly pleased with himself for having figured it out.
“Seeing who?” He could hear from the group.
“Ya, you bastard”, he warns. He really doesn’t want to share this just yet. It’s too new, too exciting and terrifying at the same time.
“I need a smoke”
Ki Hoon says and pats his brother on the shoulder signaling he should follow him outside. He takes this chance to get away, since the questions from everyone have not stopped yet. He figures if he is to have this conversation, his younger brother would be at least understanding. Lighting a cigarette, Ki Hoon ponders and after taking a long puff he says,
“I already told you once to be careful, but I feel like I dont have to worry about that with that girl right? It’s clear she loves you. I could see that…we all could”
Park Dong Hoon is taken aback. The nature of their relationship had been blurry from the start. He had struggled with his feelings for her for so long. Only willing to accept them fully once she was gone. While hers had always been out in the open for everyone to see.
“Are you happy?” Ki Hoon asks,
“Hyung, you know you are allowed to be happy right?”
After a long pause and a defeated sigh he replies,
“Yes, I am happy” And that is all he is willing to say.
Ki Hoon chuckles, patting him on the back,
“I knew it! Well, then that’s all that matters isn’t it. Bring her by when you are ready. I’m sure everyone here would love to see her. She was a good fit, the last time she was here.”
And that she was, he thought. While his ex wife had just wanted to isolate him with her form of affection, Ji An had accepted him whole. He had always been Park Dong Hoon +family +neighborhood. He was a loyal caring friend, and in turn people loved him as well.
Two weeks later be brings her by. They are holding hands as they leisurely walk the road that saw them together long ago. He can tell she’s nervous, and he’d be lying if he said he wasn’t as well. They had talked about their new relationship status. Unable to keep dodging questions, he had come out clean about them last week. And while some were puzzled by their pairing, most had known this was coming. They had also all been equally excited for him, for them.
As Jung Hee’s bar gets closer, he asks her if she’s ready. Her big beautiful eyes meet his and she nods. He kisses the hand that he was holding, smiling at each other as he gets ready to open the door.
The jingle of the bells announces their arrival. They are met with the lively bunch all cheering for them. He laughs and she’s a little startled when she’s almost yanked out of his side, plopped into a chair, given food and drinks, and congratulatory pats on the back. She looks back at him still standing there taking it all in. He beams at her, pleased that she is so welcomed. Jung Hee approaches him and says quietly
“I’m glad for you Dong Hoon Ah. She’s a lovely girl, and has a big heart…just like you”
He smiles at her fondly and thanks her. He knows how much Jung Hee adores her.
He marvels at his life now. It most certainly wasn’t what he had expected. But like Gyeomduk had once told him he had to live the life he wanted, and he ultimately was. She had been instrumental in that development. Everything that happened led them both here. Even though he had missed her desperately when she was gone their separation was a time much needed to sort everything out. Life had brought them together again as better versions of themselves. And here she was, finally, with him. His friends treating her as if she had never left, as one of their own.
Ji An smiles back at him, joy shinning in her eyes. She is soon distracted though by Jae Chul merrily handing her another drink. Park Dong Hoon finally comes in and takes the seat next to her. In that small neighborhood bar the warmth that surrounds them is not because of the changing seasons. It’s because of the people who inhabit it, and for that he is very grateful.
“You’ve got more grey hairs…” She pointed the side of his head.
“I’m nearing fifty, remember?” He said casually, not taking his eyes away from his laptop.
“I love them, by the way…”
“Of course you do. You love everything about me,” he smirked.
He meant it as a joke, so she gave him the laugh he deserved. But he didn’t know how true his statement was.
She loved everything about him, so very much, she scared herself.
Was it normal? She wondered sometimes.
She went to Busan knowing that she might never see him again.
The first few months were hard, but she’s nothing if not determined. And she promised herself she would use this second chance the best as she could. So she put his memories in the most precious corner of her heart and moved on. She even thought she had managed to erased her feelings for him.
When she was suddenly transferred to Seoul, she didn’t dare to hope. She often walked past Saman E&C building with a bittersweet feelings, but she didn’t look for him. She continued to live her life like she always do.
Until one day she heard his voice again.
Her feet moved automatically towards him, as if she was being pulled by an invisible thread. And, there he was. She could only see him from behind. Then he turned and smiled at her. His smile was so full of happiness, she felt her lips formed an answering smile.
She remembered that day clearly. How she tried to act cool, calm and collected when her heart almost burst from her chest. They exchanged small talks. He couldn’t stop smiling and seemed very happy to see her, but she didn’t know how to feel. She didn’t know where they stand.
When her coworkers called her to go back to the office, she panicked. It can’t end just like this, she aught to do something! But her brain shortcircuited, so she could only stared at him. It was him who made the first move by asking her for a handshake. His big, warm hand grabbed her smaller one and refused to let go. The handshake gave her the courage to tell him she wanted to buy him something delicious. His answer was huge shy smile, the cutest thing she ever saw. And the rest, as they say, is history.
She closed the book she’s supposed to be reading, but forgotten in her trip to memory lane, and looked at him.
After that day, her feelings emerged slowly from where she’d buried them. The fact that she never stopped loving him was not a surprise. And the more she know about him, the more her love grew.
He can be very frustrating, she admitted. Sometimes too set in his ways, although he can be persuaded. He’s a reasonable man, most of the time.
She looked at the crow feet at the corner of his eyes, the laughter lines. He laughed more freely now.
But she had loved him when he was a somber man, long time ago. When it was as if he carried the weight of the world on his shoulders.
He’s strong. The inner strength that held him up and kept him going, she adored that.
Also his kindness. His caring nature. His trust in the goodness of human…
And all other qualities, good or bad, charming or annoying, everything that made him Park Dong Hoon. She loved him. So much. So wholeheartedly.
Was it normal?
“Stop looking at me like that,” his protest intruded her thoughts. She didn’t realised he’d stopped working.
“Looking at you like what? Like I want to eat you?” She teased.
His face reddened. He couldn’t help the shy smile emerged from his lips. But suddenly he leaned in and whispered into her ear, “Promise, Ji An?”
She lost her wit. Nothing she could do but sitting there flustered, heart beating fast.
He leaned back and let out a mock regret sigh. “But, I have to finish this first,” he gestured to the papers strewn all over the desk.
She glared at him, while he hid his victory smirk behind his laptop.
This man, she loved him so much. Always, with no boundaries.
Was it normal?
Maybe.
Her normal.
