09-14-2017, 03:44 PM
(09-14-2017, 03:05 PM)Hexenadler Wrote:I think it's quite jarring to see Nick act like a lovesick puppy around Juliette, and taking in whatever abuse she gave him. That's probably why I felt that their dynamic didn't work out. When Adalind was with Nick, he never yelled, mistreated, blamed or expected her to change for him. Her motivation to change was because she wanted to become a good mother to her son, and yes, her love for Nick also caused her to become a better person. But that was her personal choice. Nick never forced her into changing for him. They both compromised, accepted each other for who they were, faults and all. That's why I also loved Monroe and Rosalee's relationship. There was a level of comfort and acceptance between them that was lacking with Nick and Juliette. I was okay with their coupling at first, but Juliette became increasingly demanding, always expecting Nick to drop everything or do anything based on her whims. She began to come across as 'high maintenance', Nick practically grovelled and complied to her every need. I don't expect him to act like a cave man neanderthal, but Nick shouldn't have to change who he is just because Juliette wants him to.(09-14-2017, 02:00 PM)dicappatore Wrote: I liked Nick too, even with his extreme kissing up to Juliette.
You've REALLY got a problem with that, don't you? How exactly is Nick hunkering down with Adalind supposed to be an improvement? If anything, it's just a reversal of the dynamic you're (wrongfully) criticizing about the Nick/Juliette relationship, with Adalind the sniveling domesticated wimp instead of Nick.
Then again, I can see why that would appeal to you.