# WebtoonLib — Back to Work #18

## Series
- title: Back to Work
- slug: back-to-work-8850bc

## Chapter
- number: 18
- release_date: 2025-03-12

### Summary
The narrative has shifted to reveal the reasons behind the past breakup between protagonist Jiyoon Cha and her artist ex-boyfriend, Gaeul. Reader analysis of the current chapter indicates the separation stemmed from a fundamental and irreconcilable difference in values. Jiyoon, who is practical and values tradition and stability, sought the commitment of marriage. In contrast, Gaeul, characterized as a free spirit, rejected such "labels," viewing them as an unnecessary responsibility as long as love was present. This conflict has struck a chord with readers, who find the situation emotionally resonant, realistic, and heartbreaking. While some commenters criticize Gaeul's stance as immature and an evasion of adult responsibility, many others understand both perspectives, acknowledging that their incompatible life goals made the relationship unsustainable despite their deep affection. The consensus is that their love, while intense, was doomed by their opposing views on the future. This exploration of Jiyoon and Gaeul's history provides crucial context for her current disillusionment with love and follows the recent arc detailing the messy fallout of Gaeul's subsequent long-term relationship with Noah.
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## Spoiler
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### Safe teaser
The narrative has shifted to reveal the reasons behind the past breakup between protagonist Jiyoon Cha and her artist ex-boyfriend, Gaeul.

### Spoiler summary
The narrative has shifted to reveal the reasons behind the past breakup between protagonist Jiyoon Cha and her artist ex-boyfriend, Gaeul. Reader analysis of the current chapter indicates the separation stemmed from a fundamental and irreconcilable difference in values. Jiyoon, who is practical and values tradition and stability, sought the commitment of marriage. In contrast, Gaeul, characterized as a free spirit, rejected such "labels," viewing them as an unnecessary responsibility as long as love was present. This conflict has struck a chord with readers, who find the situation emotionally resonant, realistic, and heartbreaking. While some commenters criticize Gaeul's stance as immature and an evasion of adult responsibility, many others understand both perspectives, acknowledging that their incompatible life goals made the relationship unsustainable despite their deep affection. The consensus is that their love, while intense, was doomed by their opposing views on the future. This exploration of Jiyoon and Gaeul's history provides crucial context for her current disillusionment with love and follows the recent arc detailing the messy fallout of Gaeul's subsequent long-term relationship with Noah.

## Status
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- summary_status: generated
- transcript: Hardsub chapter — image-only

## See also
- [WebtoonLib — Back to Work #18](/series/back-to-work-8850bc/chapter-18)
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