Nevertheless Webtoon Ending Explained

Okay, so picture this: me, curled up on my couch, fueled by instant ramen and pure, unadulterated angst, binge-reading Nevertheless on Webtoon. I was invested. Like, emotionally compromised invested. And then... it ended. And I was left staring at my phone, wondering if I'd understood anything at all. Sound familiar? Yeah, I thought so. We've all been there.

Seriously though, the ending of Nevertheless is something of a conversational black hole. You either loved it, hated it, or are still trying to figure out what the heck happened. And that's what we're here to do today: unpack that slightly messy, emotionally charged, and ultimately, kind of realistic ending.

The Jiwoo vs. Jae-eon Showdown

Let's be real, the entire series hinges on the push and pull between Yu Nabi and Park Jae-eon. She’s drawn to him, despite all the red flags flapping in the wind like a poorly secured banner (Seriously, Nabi, girl, get some self-preservation instincts!). He's… well, he's Jae-eon. Charming, ambiguous, and commitment-phobic to the extreme.

The tension leading up to the finale is palpable. We see Nabi struggling with her feelings, oscillating between wanting a genuine connection and being lured back into Jae-eon's orbit. We also see Jae-eon slowly, painfully, maybe even begrudgingly (because he's Jae-eon, after all) realizing that his actions have consequences and that he might actually… gasp… care about Nabi.

So, Who Does Nabi Choose?

This is the million-dollar question, isn't it? The series keeps us guessing right up until the very end. Does she finally wise up and choose the sweet, supportive, and undeniably boyfriend-material Do-hyeok? Or does she succumb to the magnetic pull of the emotionally unavailable (but undeniably hot) Jae-eon?

The answer? Well, it’s Jae-eon. Nabi chooses Jae-eon. But here's the thing: it's not the same Jae-eon she fell for initially.

The Key: Jae-eon's "Growth" (and I Use That Term Loosely)

Throughout the series, we see glimpses of Jae-eon beneath the surface. He's not a completely heartless player, but he is incredibly flawed. The ending hinges on whether or not he's actually capable of change. And arguably, he does.

He shows up. He acknowledges his past behavior. He puts in the effort to prove he's serious about wanting a real relationship with Nabi. It's not a complete 180-degree transformation, but it's a significant shift from the Jae-eon we met at the beginning. (Although, let's be honest, the bar was pretty low to begin with.)

Why the Ending Works (For Some of Us, Anyway)

The ending of Nevertheless isn't a fairy tale. It's messy, imperfect, and a little bit bittersweet. It reflects the complexities of real-life relationships, where people are flawed, make mistakes, and sometimes, just sometimes, are capable of growth.

Nabi's choice isn't about condoning Jae-eon's past behavior. It's about recognizing the potential for change and choosing to believe in someone's capacity to become a better version of themselves. It’s about taking a risk, even when you know you might get hurt. And let's be honest, most relationships involve at least some level of risk.

Of course, some people argue that Nabi deserved better, and honestly, they're not wrong. She definitely did. But Nevertheless isn't about what Nabi deserves. It's about the choices she makes, the lessons she learns, and the journey she takes to figure out what she truly wants.

The Lingering Questions

Even with all that said, the ending leaves some questions unanswered. Will Jae-eon truly commit? Will Nabi ever fully trust him? The beauty (and frustration) of Nevertheless is that it doesn't tie everything up in a neat little bow. It leaves room for interpretation and invites us to consider the ongoing nature of relationships.

So, there you have it. My take on the ending of Nevertheless. What do you think? Did you love it? Hate it? Or are you still just as confused as I was after my first read-through? Let me know in the comments!