The cobbles are buzzing — Theo looks like a sweet psycho lover, but he’s actually setting a trap for Todd that has no way out.

In recent episodes, Theo has begun to escalate his subtle manipulations: from messing up Todd’s work, getting him fired, or causing trouble at work, to being overly “caring” — preparing breakfast, “patting” — as if to emphasize: “No one cares about you but me.”

Todd — who is sensitive and prone to stress — is slowly losing his confidence.

Every little comment from Theo — about his habits, his job choices, or his friends — is like an invisible knife stabbing at his psyche.

He begins to doubt himself: is he doing well enough? Is he loving enough? Should he live alone or leave?

And the tragedy: Theo’s “caring” doesn’t save, it binds. Todd is not angry, not rebellious — he is immersed in inner turmoil, doubt and fear. That makes the viewer unable to help but doubt: is the so-called “love” between them — just disguised control?

This psychological tension — no show, no yelling — is the most dangerous thing. Because who knows, Todd may gradually accept, thinking it is love — but in fact he is gradually losing his freedom, losing himself. Without a fight, will he realize in time that he is being held captive in a toxic relationship?

The lesson behind the drama: sometimes, not everyone who cares about you is a good person. And when love turns into control — knowing when to stop, knowing when to be sober — sometimes is the wisest way to love.