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The Mark of Affection: Why Do C-Drama Leads Always Bite Each Other? A Deep Dive into the 'Love Nip' Trope.
Ah, physical intimacy in C-dramas. We've got the 30-second-long accidental wrist grab, the forehead poke that feels like a proposal, and, of course, the unexpected, unprovoked attack on the male lead's epidermis. Yes, we're talking about The Bite—that confusing, aggressive, yet apparently adorable gesture where the female lead clamps down on her romantic interest like he's a slightly undercooked dumpling. It's the ultimate non-kiss, a sudden display of passion and frustration that somehow screams "I love you" while simultaneously shouting, "I have active dental insurance!"