Fifa, is a young charming boy who has always wanted to go to Japan for further studies. He has been applying for scholarships and believes he will get it. While the family is ok with the plan, the grandma is completely against it. And since she pays for the family's expense and housing, she forces Fifa to come and work with her in this national park for 3 months. If after that , he still wants to go, he can go. Fifa has no choice. In the park, grandma assigns Hem, a park ranger, as his trainer. Hem in a guy in late 20s who has had a heart break, doesn't talk much stays aloof and is unhappy. That now he needs to take care of a child. Slowly both the people working in the woods and Fifa don't get along because Fifa doesn't know much, but slowly he starts to warm up to the natural environment around him free from phone and other technology. He becomes one with nature and slowly a warm and genuine friendship and admiration start to develop between the two. In its own subtle way, the series clearly shows that Fifa and Hem are falling hard for each other and there are a few occasions where they come close to kissing but none of that actually happens. They love for each other is shown through them taking genuine care for each other. Some part of their heart knows very clearly that this will not be a happy ending. As expected, eventually Fifa gets the scholarship and he is ready for his life ahead, but in the process he helps Hem open up his heart again for the possibility of love.
This show is very slow burn which may be annoying to some folks, but for me I was hooked on to the show mostly for the stunning visuals - the lush jungle, the nature, the whole vibe was just stunning. The first half really focused on Fifa bonding with the villagers, and it was so sweet watching them slowly open up and form connections. The relationship with Hem felt natural and unforced, which I loved. What I wasn't really sure of what the underlying message was. As much as we could see Fifa getting comfortable being one with nature, his dream of studying art in Japan never goes away. So is it about living your dream, finding happiness or something else. Also it was never clear, why did the grandma force Fifa to work in the nature park. What was she trying to get out of it? Also, a little disappointing that almost no romance was developed between Hem and Fifa. It might have been because of the huge age gap but despite that , the show had so many opportunities for it. As a viewer I was always left wanting more. I mean, a nice kiss is not too much o ask, especially in today's time. The actors playing the two lead roles were both pretty good and understand their part very well. I liked them both. And loved how the bunny head was used appropriately in many situations.
The ending was alright and somewhat expected. Hem's past no longer defined his present and an opportunity for Fifa's initial dream came through. Hem's declaration of always being there for him, gives Fifa the strength to embrace it. We are left with the hope that their story hasn't finished. (7/10)
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