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A previous encounter where a gentle sexual moment between Weijing and Liuwi was immediately followed by Liuwi threatening Weijing with a gun has left the fanbase divided and labeled Liuwi a \"psycho.\" Current reader commentary reinforces Liuwi's dangerous appeal; he is described as \"hot\" but disliked for his attitude, with his habit of pulling a gun to end conversations becoming a defining trait. There is speculation that Weijing may be attracted to this danger, even as Liuwi's disrespectful behavior, such as putting a cigarette out on a wall, is noted. This development has created significant debate over who the main love interest is, splitting focus from the original mysterious man. 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