Reviewers from Thoughtsramble and MaryMeKpop noted this death felt anticlimactic , as the series' mastermind met a relatively "easy" end without a more visceral sense of justice for his many victims. The Romance: Pacing and "Noble Idiocy"
The episode opens with Crown Prince Lee Yul choosing to walk into Vice-Premier Kim Cha-eon’s trap, prioritizing the safety of Hong-shim and the hostages over his own. "100 Days My Prince" Episode #1.16(2018)
Following the war, the narrative jumps ahead one year, showing the characters in a vastly different light. Hong-shim (Yi-seo) returns to her village life, distancing
Hong-shim (Yi-seo) returns to her village life, distancing herself from Yul due to the guilt of her brother’s actions. This "noble idiocy" was a point of frustration for viewers who felt the year-long separation was a forced plot device that delayed the happy ending. the narrative jumps ahead one year