On the other hand, this huge considering the character we saw in the first episode or even a couple episodes ago. Its baby steps with him but he is getting there slowly. Before she was a semi-exception ... I say semi-exception because there was no guarantee he would not hurl hurtful words at her. It is too soon for him to change, but I think after this she might become a full-fledged exception where even in his anger he will not resort that behavior. This might just be wishful thinking, but there needs to be some sort of progress and setting a limit he doesn't cross would be nice. I don't mind waiting but I really hope we a get a real apology because it has to happen at some point to show his growth. It's not just one incident but a series of mistakes that he needs to acknowledge and make amends for.
As for Anika, I would be lying if I said I liked the change in her, but I have come to terms with the fact the FL will always be the better person. Like he said, she is too nice and he doesn't deserve it, which she even agrees with. He's not a bad person but he is no way near her in terms of kindness. I'm glad that he finally acknowledge the ONLY difference between them that actually matters: her goodness and his lack of it (or his inability to express it). That has always been her problem she is too kind for her own good. She should have kicked out that old hag ages ago, but nope she hesitated because she has a heart and look what that kindness got her đ
I know there will be more conflicts going to crop up between them in the future but I don't think she will become a doormat. I feel like she will pick and choose her battles because not everything deserves a reaction or a response.
His comment about not being nice was surprising. I wonder if he was referring to his behavior towards her only or if he doesn't view himself as a nice person in general. Either way that admission seems to suggest that he is aware of his flaws, which is a huge step in the right direction. It will be interesting to see why he views himself negatively in the first place and how he changes.