# WebtoonLib — Happily Ever Afterwards #10

## Series
- title: Happily Ever Afterwards
- slug: happily-ever-afterwards-9f2227

## Chapter
- number: 10
- release_date: 2025-03-08

### Summary
The central conflict intensifies as Peony de Garten's earnest attempts to win over Richt de Stern are met with continued hostility. Reader perception of Richt has solidified, with many labeling him a "jerk" and an "ass" for his cruel behavior, which goes beyond the previous chapter's comedic undertones. Speculation is rampant that his harshness stems from past betrayals, possibly involving characters named Mikhail and the original female lead, making him deeply suspicious of Peony's seemingly pure and "suspiciously cute" nature. While the majority of readers view Peony as an adorable, innocent, and genuine protagonist who must be protected, a dissenting opinion questions her maturity and naivete, viewing her actions as intrusive. Amidst the frustration with the main couple's dynamic, side characters have captured significant attention. Andy is overwhelmingly popular, praised as "eye candy" and handsome enough to be a male lead himself. A new fan-favorite pairing is emerging between Andy and another character, Marie, with some readers confirming they become a couple later in the story. Overall, the audience is emotionally invested yet stressed, demanding significant character development for Richt to become deserving of Peony's affection and for Peony to gain more self-respect.
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## Spoiler
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### Safe teaser
The central conflict intensifies as Peony de Garten's earnest attempts to win over Richt de Stern are met with continued hostility.

### Spoiler summary
The central conflict intensifies as Peony de Garten's earnest attempts to win over Richt de Stern are met with continued hostility. Reader perception of Richt has solidified, with many labeling him a "jerk" and an "ass" for his cruel behavior, which goes beyond the previous chapter's comedic undertones. Speculation is rampant that his harshness stems from past betrayals, possibly involving characters named Mikhail and the original female lead, making him deeply suspicious of Peony's seemingly pure and "suspiciously cute" nature. While the majority of readers view Peony as an adorable, innocent, and genuine protagonist who must be protected, a dissenting opinion questions her maturity and naivete, viewing her actions as intrusive. Amidst the frustration with the main couple's dynamic, side characters have captured significant attention. Andy is overwhelmingly popular, praised as "eye candy" and handsome enough to be a male lead himself. A new fan-favorite pairing is emerging between Andy and another character, Marie, with some readers confirming they become a couple later in the story. Overall, the audience is emotionally invested yet stressed, demanding significant character development for Richt to become deserving of Peony's affection and for Peony to gain more self-respect.

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

## See also
- [WebtoonLib — Happily Ever Afterwards #10](/series/happily-ever-afterwards-9f2227/chapter-10)
- for_series_detail: /llms-series/happily-ever-afterwards-9f2227

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